Μελέτη της επίδρασης των χρόνιων παθήσεων στην ποιότητα ζωής των ευρωπαίων ηλικίας 50+
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Χρόνιες παθήσεις ; Ποιότητα ζωήςAbstract
This thesis examines the impact of chronic diseases on the quality of life of Europeans aged 50 and above, using data from the 9th wave of the SHARE study (Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe). The study aims to explore how chronic diseases —such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular and neurological conditions— in combination with demographic, socioeconomic, and functional factors, affect older adults’ well-being, as measured by the CASP-12 psychometric scale.
The analysis is structured in four stages: descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis with chi-square tests, and three logistic regression models. The findings reveal that the presence of multiple chronic diseases, severe functional limitations, poor self-rated health, and depressive symptoms are the strongest negative determinants of quality of life. Age, gender, loneliness, and economic
hardship also significantly increase the likelihood of reduced well-being, while notable cross-country differences emphasize the importance of social policies and healthcare systems.
The study concludes that the quality of life of older adults is not determined solely by physical health but is shaped by a complex network of interacting factors, with chronic diseases playing a central role. These results highlight the need for holistic policy
interventions addressing both the management of chronic illnesses and the reduction of social and economic inequalities, ultimately supporting active and dignified ageing.
Postgraduate Studies Programme
Εφαρμοσμένη ΣτατιστικήDepartment
Σχολή Χρηματοοικονομικής και Στατιστικής. Τμήμα Στατιστικής και Ασφαλιστικής ΕπιστήμηςNumber of pages
144Language
GreekCollections
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