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Women and Successful Ageing

J. Raja Meenakshi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21013/jmss.v12.n1.p2
Abstract

Every human being has to face the ageing process and no one could escape from it. The understanding of ageing differs from culture to culture and it varies across nations. World Health Organization recognized that the developing world often defines old age, not by years, but by new roles, loss of previous roles, or inability to make active contribution to society. Women in India generally considered as a secondary citizens and the life of the aged women needs wide attention. Successful ageing refers to leading the life with good physical and psychological health and also with economical independence.Pre plan is highly required to lead a successful life. This study makes an attempt to study the life of elderly women and to understand how they lead a successful life. Case study method was used to study the successful life of the respondents.

Keywords
Ageing, Physical Function, Engagement, Economic independence, Life satisfaction
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