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A Comparative Analysis of the Differences in Mental Health in Aged Men and Women

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  • Sajida Iqbal

    (Mphil Scholar, University of Okara, Pakistan)

  • Dr. Arfan Latif

    (Assistant Professor of Sociology, University of Okara, Pakistan)

  • Dr. Rukhsana Bashir

    (Assitant Professor, institute of Spcecial Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan)

Abstract

This paper presents a comparative analysis of the mental health of aged women and aged men in the district of Okara. The study utilizes a sample size of 384 participants, consisting of 192 males and 192 females, to investigate and compare mental health outcomes across multiple dimensions, including self-image, freedom of choice, mood disorders, satisfaction in relationships and household activities, physical health, satisfaction about the future, and psychological well-being. The research methodology employed quantitative research techniques to gather data from the participants. The comparative analysis revealed significant differences in various dimensions of mental health between the two genders. The analysis indicated that aged women reported lower levels of self-image and freedom of choice compared to aged men. Additionally, women exhibited a higher risk of mood disorders and lower satisfaction in relationships and household activities. Furthermore, women showed lower physical health and satisfaction about the future when compared to their male counterparts.

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  • Sajida Iqbal & Dr. Arfan Latif & Dr. Rukhsana Bashir, 2023. "A Comparative Analysis of the Differences in Mental Health in Aged Men and Women," Journal of Policy Research (JPR), Research Foundation for Humanity (RFH), vol. 9(2), pages 565-572.
    • Handle: RePEc:rfh:jprjor:v:9:y:2023:i:2:p:565-572
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