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Dynamics of intergenerational family relationships from the viewpoint of elderly residents in the city of Jequié (Bahia), Brazil.

Authors :
da Silva DM
Vilela AB
Nery AA
Duarte AC
Alves Mdos R
Meira SS
Source :
Ciencia & saude coletiva [Cien Saude Colet] 2015 Jul; Vol. 20 (7), pp. 2183-91.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

This study aimed to describe the dynamics of intergenerational family relationships from the viewpoint of the elderly. It is a study of qualitative approach, developed with 32 elderly people registered in the coverage area of a Family Health Program in a city in the state of Bahia. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews during the first half of 2013, through home visits. We applied to thematic content analysis, and four categories emerged: harmonic intergenerational family relationships; conflicting intergenerational family relationships; family relationships permeated by intergenerational carefor the elderly; intergenerational relationships permeated by elderly caring for their grandchildren. The categories enabled an understanding of the dynamics of intergenerational family relationships from the viewpoint of elderly, unveiling family relationships guided in the care, support, family unity and even conflicts.

Details

Language :
English; Portuguese
ISSN :
1678-4561
Volume :
20
Issue :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Ciencia & saude coletiva
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
26132258
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1590/1413-81232015207.17972014