The social determinants of health influencing obesity for the aged in the Pakpoon community context: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to describe the social determinants of health influencing obesity for the aged in a community context and based on the perspectives of various stakeholders.

Methods

This was qualitative content analysis study using data from the focus group, individual in-depth interview, and observation. The study population was domiciled in Pakpoon Village, Mung District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, a tight-knit settlement typical of most retirement communities. Data were collected through two focus group discussions, direct observation, and in-depth interviews with 19 participants. Respondents represented key community groups: local nurses and public health officers, elderly residents, family caregivers (family members), and village health volunteers.

Resul

SUBMITTER: Chumpunuch P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9052257 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature