Psychosocial health challenges of the elderly in Nigeria a narrative review

Psychosocial health challenges of the elderly in Nigeria a narrative review

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Publisher: VICTOR

Authors: Victor Animashaun

Publish Year: 2017

Pages: 9

ISBN10: 4314

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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.