Meulen, D.T. van der (2024) Differences in Social Isolation Among European Elderly. Bachelor thesis.
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Abstract
In the present era, marked by the increasing challenges of global aging, the imperative to comprehend social isolation among older adults is notably pronounced, particularly within the European context. The emergence of social isolation as a pertinent concept is underscored by its prevalence, affecting 20 to 34 percent of the elderly population in various European regions. This growing phenomenon necessitates heightened research attention due to its significance in addressing the multifaceted challenges associated with an aging demographic. Therefore, this study investigates the nuanced dynamics of social isolation among European adults aged sixty-five or older in an European context. In pursuit of this primary objective, the research delves into discerning variations in demographic, socio-economic and geographic features for different regions in Europe. Performing a linear regression analysis, including a constructed social isolation index made out of social isolation predictors as the dependent variable. The outcomes of this inquiry reveal significant patterns: a higher propensity for social isolation among elderly females, an escalating trend in social isolation with advancing age, an elevated social isolation prevalence among retirees, heightened social isolation rates in urban locales, and a contrasting lower incidence of social isolation in Southern European regions attributable to cultural factors. These findings contribute to a deeper comprehension of social isolation in the European context, thereby furnishing valuable insights for future research initiatives and offering a foundation for policymakers aiming to mitigate social isolation among the elderly in Europe.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Degree programme: | Human Geography and Planning |
| Supervisor: | Vogt, T.C. and Bister, L. |
| Date Deposited: | 19 Feb 2024 10:33 |
| Last Modified: | 19 Feb 2024 10:33 |
| URI: | https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4471 |
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