孤独
意义(存在)
心理学
内容(测量理论)
老年人
基础(证据)
社会心理学
现象
定性研究
质量(理念)
发展心理学
老年学
医学
社会学
认识论
心理治疗师
数学
哲学
社会科学
考古
数学分析
历史
作者
Sharon Ost Mor,Yuval Palgi,Dikla Segel‐Karpas
标识
DOI:10.1177/0091415020957379
摘要
This paper attempts to develop a better understanding of the positive solitude (PS) phenomenon and its meaning among age groups, as well as formulate a unanimous definition for PS. A qualitative study (N = 124) was conducted. Participants were gerontology professionals and laypeople. Interviews were conducted and content was analyzed in order to understand the essence of PS, themes, and subthemes. Two major categories were found: the essence and the components of the PS experience. Seven PS content categories and three meta-themes were raised: (1) PS is a matter of choice; (2) PS is satisfying and enjoyable; and (3) PS is meaningful. Differences in PS categories between younger and older adults were found. The meta-themes served as the foundation of a new definition. PS has different attributes in old age. A unified definition of PS may help distinguishing between PS and other forms of being alone. Recognizing and facilitating the PS experience among older adults might be beneficial and contribute to their quality of life.
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