Experiences of Chinese immigrants and Anglo-Australians ageing in Australia: a cross-cultural perspective on successful ageing.
This study explored the life experiences and views on successful ageing of older Australians. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 participants consisting of 10 Chinese-Australians and 11 Anglo-Australians, aged 55 to 78 years. Data were analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Results revealed that both groups associated successful ageing with health and personal responsibility. Anglo-Australians regarded growing old gracefully and acceptance as important aspects of successful ageing, whereas Chinese-Australians valued financial security and an active lifestyle. The research highlights that a cross-cultural perspective is imperative for service delivery and policy development to promote the health and well-being of older Australians.
Tan
Joanne
J
School of Psychology, University of Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. joanne.tan@adelaide.edu.au
Ward
Lynn
L
Ziaian
Tahereh
T
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000368:Aged; D000375:Aging / Q000208:ethnology* / Q000523:psychology*; D044466:Asian People / Q000523:psychology*; D001315:Australia; D003431:Cross-Cultural Comparison; D054242:Emigrants and Immigrants / Q000523:psychology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007406:Interview, Psychological; D008019:Life Style / Q000208:ethnology; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009043:Motor Activity; D012945:Social Values / Q000208:ethnology; D012959:Socioeconomic Factors; D044465:White People / Q000523:psychology*