Crime, Disorder, and Territorial Stigmatization: Older Adults Living in Deprived Neighborhoods.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

The existence of social problems, crime, and a diminishing sense of community are acknowledged challenges to residents of deprived neighborhoods. In research on deprived neighborhoods in Sweden, the perspectives of young residents and adults of working age dominate. This study explores how older adults in deprived neighborhoods in Sweden experience crime and disorder, and how they adapt and respond to these problems and the neighborhood's poor reputation.

Research design and methods

Semistructured interviews were conducted with 22 older adults who had lived 5 years or more in deprived areas of two cities in Sweden. Data were analyzed using Hirschman's theory of exit, voice, and loyalty with a thematic analysis.

Results

Most residents had posi

SUBMITTER: Taei A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10268582 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature