Title: Effects of Demographic Characteristics on Self-Perception Towards Ageing Among Older Adults
Stream: Aging and Gerontology
Presentation Type: Virtual Presentation
Authors:
Emmy Ingaiza, Maseno University, Kenya
Margaret Disiye, Maseno University, Kenya
Peter Omae, Maseno University, Kenya
Abstract:
The impact of demographic characteristics on self-perception towards ageing is well documented in the West. However, there exists little evidence on such studies in Kenya. The goal of this causal-comparative study was to determine the influence of selected demographic characteristics on self-perception towards ageing of older adults. Data was collected from older persons (n=140, >65yrs) enrolled into Older Person’s Cash Transfer program that serves the non-pensionable and aged Kenyans. Data was analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient, the ANOVA followed by post hoc Tukey HSD tests. The study instrument had a reliability of ά = .65. Findings revealed that the older adults experienced a neutral level self-perception towards ageing. Seven of the selected demographic characteristics; age, sex, marital status, living arrangement, monthly income and other sources of income showed insignificant influence on self-perception towards ageing among the older adults. The findings further revealed that employment status and poor self-perceived health had a significant influence on self-perception towards ageing. These findings highlight the importance of wellness and having a source of income in enhancing self-perception towards ageing.
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