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Amaya M. Khande ¹, Gururaj Udapi ¹

Affiliations
1 K.L.E. University’s Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

A Comparative study was conducted to assess the level of depression among the elderly residing in old age home and with the family.

Depressive disorders are the most common affective illness found in old age. Depression is a mood disturbance characterized by exaggerated feelings to sadness despair, lowered self esteem, loss of interest in former activities and pessimistic thoughts. The incidence of increased depression among the elderly is influenced by the variables of physical illness, functional disability and cognitive impairment.

A non experimental comparative research design was adopted to carry out the present study. Probability simple random sampling by using lottery method technique was used to select 100 samples i.e. 50 elderly clients residing in old age home and 50 elderly clients staying with the family. Data was collected by means of a Standardized Beck's Depression Inventory (BDI) Scale which was divided into 2 sections which consisted socio-demographic variables and variables to assess the level of Depression.

The major findings indicated that the level of Depression among the elderly residing in old age home were severe to moderate and elderly residing with the family had mild to moderate level of depression, and there is no significant association between Depression, with selected demographic variables at 0.05 level of significance, except age in years of elderly residing in old age home.

Keywords

Elderly, Depression, Old Age Home, Family.

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Amaya M. Khande ¹, Gururaj Udapi ¹

Affiliations
1 K.L.E. University’s Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

A Comparative study was conducted to assess the level of depression among the elderly residing in old age home and with the family.

Depressive disorders are the most common affective illness found in old age. Depression is a mood disturbance characterized by exaggerated feelings to sadness despair, lowered self esteem, loss of interest in former activities and pessimistic thoughts. The incidence of increased depression among the elderly is influenced by the variables of physical illness, functional disability and cognitive impairment.

A non experimental comparative research design was adopted to carry out the present study. Probability simple random sampling by using lottery method technique was used to select 100 samples i.e. 50 elderly clients residing in old age home and 50 elderly clients staying with the family. Data was collected by means of a Standardized Beck's Depression Inventory (BDI) Scale which was divided into 2 sections which consisted socio-demographic variables and variables to assess the level of Depression.

The major findings indicated that the level of Depression among the elderly residing in old age home were severe to moderate and elderly residing with the family had mild to moderate level of depression, and there is no significant association between Depression, with selected demographic variables at 0.05 level of significance, except age in years of elderly residing in old age home.

Keywords

Elderly, Depression, Old Age Home, Family.

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Sushma B. Patil ¹, Gururaj Udapi ¹

Affiliations
1 K.L.E. University’s Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Child abuse is more than bruises or broken bones. While physical abuse is shocking due to the scars it leaves, not all child abuse is as obvious. Ignoring children's needs, putting them in unsupervised, dangerous situations, or making a child feel worthless or stupid are also child abuse.

Regardless of the type of child abuse, the result is serious emotional harm. All types of child abuse and neglect leave lasting scars. Some of these scars might be physical, but emotional scarring has long lasting effects throughout life, damaging a child's sense of self, ability to have healthy relationships, and ability to function at home, at work and at school.

There are several types of child abuse, namely physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse and neglect, but the core element that ties them together is the emotional effect on the child. Children need predictability, structure, clear boundaries, and the knowledge that their parents are looking out for their safety. Abused children cannot predict how their parents will act. Their world is an unpredictable, frightening place with no rules. Whether the abuse is a slap, a harsh comment, stony silence, or not knowing if there will be dinner on the table tonight, the end result is a child that feel unsafe, uncared for, and alone.

While child abuse and neglect occurs in all types of families-even in those that look happy from the outside- children are at a much greater risk in certain situations such as: Domestic violence, alcohol and drug abuse, untreated mental illness, lack of parenting skills, stress and lack of support.

One can make a tremendous difference in the life of an abused child, especially if you take steps to stop the abuse early. When talking with an abused child, the best thing you can provide is calm reassurance and unconditional support.. Let your actions speak for you if you're having trouble finding the words. Remember that talking about the abuse may be very difficult for the child. It's your job to reassure the child and provide whatever help you can.

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Gururaj Udapi ¹

Affiliations
1 K.L.E. University’s Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

There is increasing awareness and concern among healthcare professionals about patient suicides in general hospitals. Early recognition of suicidal intent and intervention by front line nurses is crucial, and these nurses can play a leading role in suicide prevention if adequately prepared. Apart from those who are admitted to a hospital because of a suicide attempt, patients with chronic illnesses such as cancer, AIDS or rheumatoid arthritis frequently exhibit depression and suicidal behavior.

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