Exploring Factors That Influence Peer-Relations among Older Adults Living in Residential Homes
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Wharfe, Z. 2021. Exploring Factors That Influence Peer-Relations among Older Adults Living in Residential Homes. Prof Doc Thesis University of East London School of Psychology https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.8q140
Authors | Wharfe, Z. |
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Type | Prof Doc Thesis |
Abstract | Background: Method: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven older people living in a UK care home. Thematic analysis of transcripts was undertaken and was informed by a critical realist epistemology. Results: Four main themes emerged from the analysis: 1. Belonging and Connection: an integral need, 2. Self-esteem and Validation: maintaining a unique presence, 3. Freedom and Control: negotiating authorship of life, and 4. Occupation and Growth: a search for meaning. Conclusions: |
Keywords | Older adults; older people; peer relationships; care home; residential home; older people friendships; co-resident; aggression; institutional |
Year | 2021 |
Publisher | University of East London |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.8q140 |
File | License File Access Level Anyone |
Publication dates | |
Online | 20 Dec 2021 |
Publication process dates | |
Submitted | 13 Dec 2021 |
Deposited | 20 Dec 2021 |
https://repository.uel.ac.uk/item/8q140
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