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- Title
The Quiet Epidemic: An Overview of Emerging Qualitative Research Trends on Sedentary Behavior in Aging Populations.
- Authors
Ramalho, André; Petrica, João
- Abstract
Sedentary behavior poses a significant health risk to older adults. The purpose of this scoping review is to summarize key findings from qualitative research (since 2012), with a focus on explaining prevailing research trends and patterns within the field. This review included 25 studies that met the strict inclusion criteria. Five key research themes have emerged: (1) defining and shaping perspectives of sedentary behavior, (2) understanding the dynamics of daily routines and contexts, (3) raising awareness of older adults' perceived advantages and disadvantages of sedentary behavior, (4) identifying its determinants and discouraging factors, and (5) exploring interventions to promote active behaviors and reduce sedentary behavior. These themes highlight the multifaceted nature of SB and underscore the importance of tailoring interventions to address individual, social, and environmental issues. A comprehensive understanding of SB is critical to developing effective strategies to promote active lifestyles and reduce SB in older adults. Further qualitative research is needed to deepen our understanding and develop targeted interventions and strategies.
- Subjects
SEDENTARY lifestyles; HEALTH education; RESEARCH methodology; SOCIAL factors; QUALITATIVE research; AGING; HEALTH promotion; OLD age
- Publication
Healthcare (2227-9032), 2023, Vol 11, Issue 15, p2215
- ISSN
2227-9032
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/healthcare11152215