PSYCHO-SOCIAL ECONOMIC RESEARCH
Globally, national health systems are challenged to build successful aging models to prepare for biomedical, psychological and social changes. The integral component of psychosocial health in overall quality of life and well-being. Changing demographics in Nigeria, in addition to cultural considerations and absence of a social security system, present unique challenges to young people and the elderly.
GCCYF Objective
We aimed reviewing the current situations and challenges in psychosocial health status in both women, children, young adults and elderly in Nigeria and providing recommendations to relevant institutions that promote health and well-being during the aging process.
Four primary factors affect psychosocial health status of elderly Nigerians, namely: changes in family dynamics, increased demand for healthcare services, increased economic stress, and decreased functional independence.
Our Focus Areas
Like other developing countries, the Nigerian national system faces similar challenges in preparing a national framework that can maximize coverage to citizens in the midst of demographic changes. By focusing on five target areas such as the educational system, health services, community-based initiatives, local or regional policies and national strategies, current framework in Nigeria can be modified to prepare for changing demographics in aging.
