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International Scientific Symposium The Paradigm of Consciousness – Multi- and Interdisciplinary Approaches, 6th Edition – Contextualizing Mental Health: the Relationship between Individual, Society, Conscience/Consciousness, Iasi, Romanya, 12 - 13 Aralık 2024
Abstract: Background: Holistic healthcare includes the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of individuals. It also aims to consider the effects of the individual’s body, emotional state, spiritual aspects, religious beliefs, socio-cultural differences, and individual characteristics on illness and to provide appropriate support for these factors. Integrative nursing, which reflects holistic philosophy, is a therapeutic approach that aims to use all healing methods together in healthcare for individuals, families, and society. Therefore, this narrative review aimed to assess the health and quality of life of older workers based on integrative nursing principles. Methods: This study was designed as a narrative review. The Web of Science, PubMed, and Scopus online databases were searched without year limitations (last search date: November 21, 2024). Original descriptive quantitative, qualitative, and interventional English language studies were included. A total of 618 studies were obtained. After selecting the studies that meet the inclusion criteria, they will be classified based on the six principles of integrative nursing using a thematic approach. Results: The preliminary results showed that older workers are more susceptible to environmental hazards and face challenges, such as chronic diseases, alcohol abuse, reduced physical stamina, and workplace stress. Age discrimination increases physical and cognitive demands, and retirement pressure adds to these challenges. All these factors threaten health and quality of life. It is also seen that mental health problems (such as depression, anxiety, dementia) increase. The literature emphasizes that group activities, social support, and individualbased care have positive effects on health problems. Conclusion: With the increase in the elderly population worldwide, it is becoming increasingly important to improve the health and quality of life of older workers. Integrative nursing principles that focus holistically on older workers' physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs are an important guide to support individual, family, and community health. It is recommended that health professionals and workplace health workers learn and apply these principles. This approach can improve older workers' health, well-being, and quality of life, contribute to workforce productivity, and reduce the burden on the health system. Keywords: older workers, health, quality of life, holistic care, integrative nursing Acknowledgment: This work was partially supported through the actions within project CA21107 Work Inequalities in Later Life Redefined by Digitalisation (DIGI-net), supported by COST ACTION.