Outcomes of a opinion survey on ageing in the light of an Active Ageing programme. Cover Image

Społeczne opinie o starości a wdrażanie idei aktywnego starzenia się.
Outcomes of a opinion survey on ageing in the light of an Active Ageing programme.

Author(s): Justyna Osiecka-Chojnacka
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Kancelaria Sejmu
Keywords: Poland; ageing; active ageing; attitudes towards old people; role of old people in society; age discrimination; opinion survey;

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the paper is to present the opinions of Poles on ageing and senior citizens. The main focus is placed on the question of Poles’ attitude towards active ageing, i.e an idea to encourage older people to stay involved as citizens (in various areas, including employment). In order to place mentioned issues in context, the author begins with a review of psychological theories on ageing and its consequences. Next, the results of various public opinion surveys (both nationwide and conducted solely among seniors) on ageing and elderly people are discussed.

  • Issue Year: 2012
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 101-128
  • Page Count: 27
  • Language: Polish