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Fear of falling and perception of social support in older adults with previous falls
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Luis Carlos Cortez González
Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1655-0272
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Josué Francisco Vázquez López
Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5006-0711
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Tirso Duran Badillo Duran Badillo
Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7274-3511
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Diana Berenice Cortes Montelongo
Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4254-2468
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José Luis Nuncio Domínguez Nuncio Domínguez
Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8317-9357
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Abstract
Introduction: Falls are one of the most common and serious problems faced by older adults. The fear of falling represents another significant health problem for older adults. Perceived social support provides physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and social benefits. Objective: To examine the relationship between fear of falling and perceived social support in community-based older adults with a history of falls. Methodology: This was a descriptive, correlational, cross-sectional study conducted at the community center for older adults in the Comprehensive Family Development (DIF) program in the municipality of Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico. The sample consisted of 129 participants, and the sampling was non-probability and convenience. The instruments administered to participants were the Sociodemographic Data Sheet (CDS), the International Falls Efficacy Scale (FES-I), and the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). Results: 66.7% (f=86) were men, with an average age of 71.72 years (SD= 7.24). 42.6% (f. 55) presented a high fear of falling, 34.9% (f. 45) presented a moderate fear of falling, and only 22.5% (f. 29) reported having a low fear of falling again. Conclusions: These findings highlight the need to implement comprehensive geriatric care strategies that consider both biomedical and social aspects, with a preventive approach and the promotion of autonomy.
Keywords:
Aged , Social Support , Accidental Falls , Fear , Rural PopulationReferences
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