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The psycho-social scenario of the elderly — problems, priorities and perspectives
Author(s)	P V Ramamurti
Journal title	Research & Development Journal, vol 3, no 1, October 1996
Publisher	HelpAge India, October 1996
Pages	pp 3-9
Keywords	Mental health [elderly] ; Quality of life ; Informal care ; India.
Annotation	In India, some 60 million older people (age 60+) constitute nearly 7% of the population. Thus, most families are involved in intergenerational interactions and associated strains of caring, which the author views as an important socio-psychological problem in the community. The main issues identified are: India as a country in demographic transition; changes in the family and lifestyle; older people as "power/minority" groups; promoting public awareness of ageing; caring for care-givers; ensuring quality of life for older people; and the role of the state and voluntary organisations in providing support. (RH).
Accession Number	CPA-981119203 A
Classmark	D: F:59: P6: 7FA
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