Psychosocial Problems of the Elderly During COVID-19: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic was a global emergency that simultaneously impacted numerous nations and communities. The physical isolation of individuals, families or communities exposed to virus have created a further risk for psychosocial problems. Current statistics for the elderly gives a prelude to a new set of medical, social and economic problems that could arise if a timely initiative in this direction is not taken. Objective:To study the psychosocial problems of elderly during Covid 19 and to suggest the intervention measures. Methods: A number of steps were made to help the literature review's quality. Peer-reviewed research publications and reports from worldwide, national, and local sources, including the World Health Organization (WHO), were taken into account. These were examined using both qualitative and quantitative methods, with an emphasis on the psychosocial issues that older people face during Covid 19. Results: The majority of elderly persons feel that their family members have abandoned them. Many psychological and psychosocial problems have been encountered in the aged like loss of memory, lack of confidence in one’s own ability and adjustment, feeling of being redundant, unwanted and useless, neglected and humiliated, isolated and lonely, reduced interest, insecurity about life, constant feeling of tension, worry and anxiety. Conclusion: We can conclude that the development of institutions is necessary that provide quality service in terms of treatment and prevention of psychosocial complaints among the elderly.