Psychosocial determinants of health in social epidemiology

Martikainen, Pekka; Bartley, Mel; Lahelma, Eero

doi:10.1093/ije/31.6.1091

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“…11 The influence of these biological, psychological and social factors on the aging process can influence an individual's well-being, quality of life, and health outcomes. Self-rated quality of life among elderly persons extends beyond physical health, primarily focusing on the ability to independently perform activities of daily living (ADLs) or active social engagement.…”

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“…12 These constructs, however, reflect dynamic pathways that cannot be fully measured in a cross-sectional manner, which may challenge scientific or social inquiry. 11 Nigeria, described as culturally and environmentally diverse, is a lower-middle income country in sub-Saharan Africa. 13 It is currently the seventh largest country in the world, and with the fastest population growth, is projected to become the third largest.…”

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Psychosocial health challenges of the elderly in Nigeria: a narrative review

Animasahun¹,

Chapman²

2017

Afr H. Sci.

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Background: Globally, national health systems are challenged to build successful aging models to prepare for biomedical, psychological and social changes. The integral component of psychosocial health in overall quality of life and well-being, however, is underscored and requires greater focus. Changing demographics in Nigeria, in addition to cultural considerations and absence of a social security system, present unique challenges to elderly. Objective: We aimed to review the literature that describes the current situation and challenges in psychosocial health status in the elderly in Nigeria and provide recommendations that promote health and well-being during the aging process. Results: Four primary factors affect psychosocial health status of elderly Nigerians, namely: changes in family dynamics, increased demand for healthcare services, increased economic stress, and decreased functional independence. Conclusion: Like other developing countries, the Nigerian national system faces similar challenges in preparing a national framework that can maximize coverage to citizens in the midst of demographic changes in aging. By focusing on five target areas such as the educational system, health services, community-based initiatives, local or regional policies and national strategies, current framework in Nigeria can be modified to prepare for changing demographics in aging.

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Psychosocial health challenges of the elderly in Nigeria: a narrative review

Animasahun¹,

Chapman²

2017

Afr H. Sci.

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“…However, while focusing on social and environmental factors, most studies in the field of healthcare continue to overemphasize individual responsibility and fail to recognize constraints on individual behavior, which is known as "victim-blaming." Psychosocial factors can be seen as mediating the effects of social structural factors on individual health outcomes; these factors are conditioned and modified by the social structures and contexts from which stem (Martikainen et al, 2002). A central constituent of a psychosocial explanation of health is that macro-and meso-level social processes generate perceptions and psychological processes at the individual level (Martikainen et al, 2002).…”

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“…Psychosocial factors can be seen as mediating the effects of social structural factors on individual health outcomes; these factors are conditioned and modified by the social structures and contexts from which stem (Martikainen et al, 2002). A central constituent of a psychosocial explanation of health is that macro-and meso-level social processes generate perceptions and psychological processes at the individual level (Martikainen et al, 2002). Thus, an understanding of these psychosocial factors can help in identifying educational, behavioral, and environmental indicators for improving health.…”

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Psychosocial Factors and Health Behavior among Korean Adults: A Cross-sectional Study

Kye¹,

Park²

2012

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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Objective: This study was an attempt to identify associations between health behavior, such as smoking, alcohol consumption, healthy diet, and physical activity, and psychosocial factors. Methods: This crosssectional study was conducted among 1,500 participants aged between 30 and 69 years, selected from a population-based database in October 2009 through multiple-stratified random sampling. Information was collected about the participants' smoking and drinking habits, dietary behavior, level of physical activity, stress, coping strategies, impulsiveness, personality, social support, sense of coherence, self-efficacy, health communication, and sociodemographics. Results: Agreeableness, as a personality trait, was negatively associated with smoking and a healthy diet, while extraversion was positively associated with drinking. The tendency to consume a healthy diet decreased in individuals with perceived higher stress, whereas it increased in individuals who had access to greater social support. Self-efficacy was found to be a strong predictor of all health behaviors. Provider-patient communication and physical environment were important factors in promoting positive healthy behavior, such as consumption of a healthy diet and taking regular exercise. Conclusions: Psychosocial factors influence individuals' smoking and drinking habits, dietary intake, and exercise patterns.

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“…Instead, it has become an umbrella term for the multitude of factors that are not biologically measurable and through which diverse research inquiries are carried out [5]. Oxford English Dictionary defines psychosocial as "of or relating to the interrelation of social factors and individual thought and behavior" [6].…”

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