Readiness and Challenges of Counsellor in Offering Gerontological Counselling in Malaysia

Adnan, Haikal Anuar; Alavi, Khadijah; Hassan, Amran; Mokhtar, Daniella

doi:10.4236/ce.2020.1112190

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“…From the total of 20 studies analyzed, 17 studies showed that adult children are very inclined and comfortable to provide financial assistance to their aging parents as it is the easiest form of support, and according to Canda (2013) it is the main element of filial piety in a family. This statement is consistent with the study by Brasher (2021); Aires et al (2019); Peng et al (2019); Lee et al (2018); Gruijters (2018); Adnan et al (2020); Polenick et al (2017) that adult children tend to provide financial support with the sense of responsibility, respect, love and affection for parents (Tan et al, 2019). Adult children at their career peak tend to have high commitment and job advancement.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 88%

“…In fact, to build a knowledge base and the phenomenon that exist around the keywords of their respective literature studies (Kamal & Hussin, 2020) and lack of studies in the gerontological social work and gerontological counselling to serve the aging and their family in the hospital and community setting (Adnan et al, 2020;Alavi et al, 2020). This article will conduct a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of the tangible and intangible alimony to aging parents among adult children…”

Section: Filial Piety Among Adult Children: Asia and West Approachmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Tangible and Intangible Alimony to Aging Parents among Adult Children: A Systematic Review

Nur¹,

Alavi²,

Hassan³

et al. 2022

IJARBSS

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The gradually increase of life expectation within ageing society will have an impact on the burden and dependent on children in terms of care, health needs, emotional and social support as well as finances from adult children is the most important factor in the survival of the elderly. This article aims to explore the tangible and intangible alimony to aging parents among adult children. Articles retrieved related to the concept of tangible and intangible alimony to the older person were identified through Scopus and Web of Science (WoS). The findings of this SLR found that 20 articles related to the theme of older person alimony could be extracted as the majority of the articles concentrated on tangible support. The main research gap that emerges is that the aging parents long for intangible support such as emotional support, social activities, biopsychosocial and health information, chit-chat and companionship to avoid loneliness. This phenomenon appeared post COVID-19 pandemic when most aging experience loneliness and depression. This article proposes that community-based intangible support can be utilized in urban and rural areas in an Asian setting. Further research is need to study how intangible support elements for older parents can be successfully implement through the family and community based social work approach.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 88%

Section: Filial Piety Among Adult Children: Asia and West Approachmentioning

confidence: 99%

Tangible and Intangible Alimony to Aging Parents among Adult Children: A Systematic Review

Nur¹,

Alavi²,

Hassan³

et al. 2022

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“…According to Abeysekera (2020), expertise can be defined as the internal characteristics of an individual. Individuals with expertise allow them to do something efficiently.…”

Section: Challenges In Terms Of Lack Of Expertisementioning

confidence: 99%

“…The findings of this study are in line with the findings of Fullen (2018) Offering specific programs in the field of gerontological counselling is essential as Malaysia is moving towards become and advanced country. In addition, the issues faced by older people that varies from the abuse and neglect of older people with chronic illness (Abdul Aziz Jemain et al, 2001;Wan Ahmad et al, 2009;Endut & Ahmad, 2009;Bakar et al, 2009;Khadijah & Rahim 2010;Dong, 2015), dementia disease that leads to depression (Tanaka et al, 2015;Tay et al, 2018;Sharif et al, 2019), marginalized in community groups (Abdul Aziz, 2001;Manaf, 2002;Esther, Shahrul, & Low, 2006) and the accidental abuse of family members or close relatives (Jamaluddin et al, 2017) also demanded programs specific in the field of gerontology. This is also supported by the Malaysia Department of Higher Education (2011) which recommends that each HEIs offering undergraduate degree programs should consider offering a specialized program of study in line with the existing expertise and demands of current holders.…”

Section: Challenges In Terms Of Lack Of Expertisementioning

confidence: 99%

“…In addition, the scenario of abuse and neglect of senior citizens in Malaysia is considered as an issue that is hidden from public knowledge and even among social issues that are marginalized in society (Abdul Aziz, 2001;Manaf, 2002;Esther, Shahrul, & Low, 2006). According to the study of Jamaluddin et al (2017), 1 in 20 senior citizens in Malaysia were found to have been intentionally or unintentionally abused by family members as well as people who are closely related to senior citizens.…”

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Readiness and Challenges of Counsellor in Offering Gerontological Counselling in Malaysia

Miyane¹

2020

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Malaysia is expected to become an old age nation by 2030. The psychological problem faced by elderly requires counselling intervention. The objective of this study is to explore the readiness of counsellors in dealing with adult and aging as curriculum and to explore the challenges in providing gerontological counselling. The study was used qualitative approach based on case study of 9 informants on purporsive sampling method and conducted within indepth interviews. The findings showed that level of readiness of counsellor is very high and very interested to dealing with aging client. The main challenges of counselor are no public universities offer courses gerontological counselling in Malaysia. The implication of this study involvement of gerontological counsellor through Malaysian Association of counsellor will attract young counsellor interest in the care of older person.

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Challenges and Strategies of Mental Health Professionals Working with the Elderly in Malaysia

Chin

Ismail

2023

JCSHD

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Malaysia is expected to be an ageing nation by 2030, in which the elderly will make up at least 15% of the total population. As a result, there is a growing demand for well-trained mental health professionals (MHPs) to address the psychosocial and mental health issues faced by the elderly. To provide quality mental health care for the elderly, it is crucial for MHPs to equip themselves with the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to understand their unique needs and challenges. The aim of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the challenges and coping strategies of MHPs working with the elderly. Through in-depth interviews with five MHPs, the study identified several challenges, including stereotypes held by the elderly towards mental health services, communication barriers, and the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of the elderly. The MHPs addressed these challenges using coping strategies such as increasing mental health awareness and support for the elderly, using appropriate communication methods, and facilitating access to mental health care. Future studies with a more significant number of MHPs from diverse demographic backgrounds and varying levels of working experience are recommended to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges involved in psychotherapy with the ageing population and identify optimal ways to overcome them.

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Readiness and Challenges of Counsellor in Offering Gerontological Counselling in Malaysia

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Tangible and Intangible Alimony to Aging Parents among Adult Children: A Systematic Review

Tangible and Intangible Alimony to Aging Parents among Adult Children: A Systematic Review

Readiness and Challenges of Counsellor in Offering Gerontological Counselling in Malaysia

Challenges and Strategies of Mental Health Professionals Working with the Elderly in Malaysia

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