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A Qualitative Study on Successful Aging and Optimization by Selection and Compensation Strategy: Focusing on the Social Activity Elderly Participants

성공적 노화와 선택과 보상 책략에 의한 최적화의 질적 연구: 사회 활동 참여 노인을 중심으로

  • Cho, Yoon-Joo (Department of Social Welfare, Sungshin Women's University)
  • 조윤주 (성신여자대학교 사회복지학과)
  • Received : 2010.04.29
  • Accepted : 2010.07.02
  • Published : 2010.07.30
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Abstract

This study aimed to identify the dimensions of successful aging, as perceived by elderly Koreans, and to test qualitatively the elders' optimization of selection and compensation strategies in a social activity context. The results were as follows: First, the most important part of life fulfillment and regret was family and work. Second, social activity played a role in self-actualization and physiological needs. Moreover, it contributed to the elders' physical and mental health maintenance. Third, the elderly effectively participated in social activities by optimizing their selection and compensation strategies. Fourth, the elderly realized they are growing old, but considered it as a natural process. In addition, some participants suggested retirement age should be raised, but others were against this idea. Finally, elders thought successful aging means having a sufficient and independent life in old age. Thus, the elderly required good health, economic security, and a positive attitude for aging successfully.

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