study sample of elderly rural residents
Exact: 144 surveys
Environmental satisfaction and QoL assessed among 144 elderly rural residents
Using the WHOQOL-OLD framework, the study examined how environmental factors — including green spaces, infrastructure, and community engagement — shape Quality of Life (QoL) among older adults in Baan Pong Nuea, a rural village in northern Thailand. Both quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews were employed.
A mixed-methods approach was used, incorporating 144 surveys and in-depth interviews with all participants, employing the WHOQOL-OLD framework to assess physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships, and environmental satisfaction.
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