الآثار النفسية و الاجتماعية و الاقتصادية و الصحية لجائحة كورونا على كبار السن في الأردن

Abstract EN

This Qualitative study aims to discover and analyze the psychological, economic, social and physical effects of the Corona pandemic on older people, specifically those who reside in nursing homes.

The qualitative approach was used, and 16 in-depth interviews were conducted with older women and men in August 2021 using the convenience sample.

The study concluded that the corona pandemic has caused the elderly residents of the guest house to experience a variety of problems, including their increased fear of death as a result of the virus spread, as well as their feelings of loneliness, anxiety and mental disorders.

The study also shows that a deficit in life functions affects the aged, as seen by a decline in activity and movement.

The study also revealed a state of contradiction among the respondents.

On the one hand, they affirm that the Corona pandemic terrified them, while on the other hand, they are trying to deal with it as an illusion and not a reality of its existence.

The study recommended providing psychosocial support services for the elderly in the home to mitigate the effects produced by this pandemic.