Ageing, Uncertainty and Social Capital: An Institutional Study of Older Adults in Uttar Pradesh, India.
Institutionalization marks a profound transition for older adults, often accompanied by challenges related to ageing, uncertainty, and shifting social dynamics. This qualitative study delves into the lived experiences of 15 older adults in institutional settings (Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India), exam...
| Publicado en: | Ageing International Vol. 50; no. 2; pp. 1 - 15 |
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Springer Nature
Jun2025
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