Abstract :

The Increasing Proportion Of Elderly Individuals In India Has Emerged As A Major Public Health And Social Concern, Particularly In Urban Regions Where Lifestyle Changes, Reduced Social Interaction, And Sedentary Behavior Are Becoming More Prevalent. The Present Study Aims To Examine The Relationship Between Physical Activity, Social Withdrawal, And Quality Of Life Among Older Adults Residing In Mumbai And Navi Mumbai. A Case Study Research Design Was Adopted For The Study, Involving A Purposive Sample Of 30 Elderly Participants Aged Between 65 And 80 Years. Data Were Collected Using A Structured Interview Schedule, Physical Activity Questionnaire, Quality Of Life Scale, And Observation Method. The Collected Data Were Analyzed Using Descriptive Statistics, Percentage Analysis, And Cross-tabulation Techniques To Identify Patterns And Relationships Among Variables. The Findings Indicate That A Majority Of Participants Were Physically Inactive, And This Inactivity Was Significantly Associated With Higher Levels Of Social Withdrawal, Including Reduced Communication, Isolation, And Mood Disturbances. Furthermore, A Considerable Proportion Of Respondents Reported Low Levels Of Quality Of Life. In Contrast, Participants Who Engaged In Regular Physical Activity Demonstrated Better Emotional Stability, Higher Levels Of Social Participation, And Improved Life Satisfaction. The Study Establishes A Clear Positive Relationship Between Physical Activity And Quality Of Life While Highlighting The Negative Consequences Of Sedentary Behavior On Social And Psychological Well-being. It Emphasizes The Need For Promoting Active Aging Through Structured Physical Activity Programs, Community Engagement Initiatives, And Supportive Policy Interventions To Enhance The Overall Well-being Of The Elderly Population. Keywords: Physical Activity, Social Withdrawal, Quality Of Life, Elderly, Active Aging

Published:

20-3-2019

Issue:

Vol. 19 No. 3 (2019)

Page Nos:

13-18

Section:

Articles

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