1993 Fiscal Year Final Research Report Summary
Health and community related problem solving capacities of urban mothers and the elderly
| Project/Area Number |
04455009
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| Research Category |
Grant-in-Aid for General Scientific Research (B)
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| Allocation Type | Single-year Grants |
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| Research Field |
広領域
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| Research Institution | The University of Tokyo |
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Principal Investigator |
KAWATA Chieko Ph.D.University of Tokyo, Faculty of Medicine, Professor, 医学部(医), 教授 (60010013)
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| Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) |
TAKEDA Fumi Ph.D.Nihon University, School of Medicine, Instructor, 医学部, 助手 (80216902)
YOSHIDA Tohru Ph.D.University of Tokyo, Faculty of Medicine, Instructor, 医学部(医), 助手 (80174936)
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| Project Period (FY) |
1992 – 1993
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| Keywords | Urban / Elderly / Infant care groups / Disabled children / Living attitudes / Improving health / Self-help groups / Social activity |
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| Research Abstract |
This research was undertaken to examine the health and community related problem-solving capacities of urban mothers and the elderly. Local residents needs and social lives were surveyed. The following are the results of this research.
A.A survey of 482 mothers with infants aged 3-4 months reveals that approximately 10% participate in infant care groups. the groups are small scale and hold meetings in public facilities at least once each month to exchange information and participate in parent/child games and activities. The participation of specialists is extremely small.
B.In city Y of Kanagawa Prefecture, interviews were held with 7 parents with disabled children who regularly visit the pediatric department of a rehabilitation center. Problems confronted and support needed was investigated. Concerning disabled children, a major lack of public welfare services was revealed. Joining self-help groups helped parents with disabled children recognize and appreciate various related elements.
C.Based on a survey of elderly living alone, 40% live alone by choice. More than 90% of the subjects were healthy enough to go outside. 49% of the males, and 33% of the females were employed. 60% were socially active, and it was found that social needs included having a place where they could learn about self-care. As well as other points made, a simple means of obtaining ingredients for cooking was found to be needed.
D.The living situation of 257 married urban elderly couples aged 65 years or older living together was examined. With 48% of the males and 18% of the females being employed, 60% of the subjects had some form of community-based social activity. The subjects' health situation was related to improved living attitudes as well as relationship with spouse. Attitudes and spouses' relationships had an influence on both leisure/social activities.
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Research Products
(6 results)
