This paper explores the dominant issues in intergenerational ties in Arab countries with a
view to highlighting patterns, trends and challenges as well as policy implications. The data …

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is causing a serious public health
issue around the globe (Cascella, 2020). Its impact is even more devastating in low-to …

Background We conducted the first known comprehensive literature review to (1) identify,
categorize, and summarize the existing knowledge about the experiences of older persons …

Aim To determine the sources of occupational stress and the level of quality of life among
nurses caring for older people in Lebanon and examine the underlying factors to predict …

Stroke is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and its late burden has
mainly been attributable to developing countries. Lebanon is one of these countries where …

Elder abuse is a preventable problem. Presently, little is known about this phenomenon in
Middle Eastern settings. The purpose of this study was to explore elder abuse in Beirut …

Objectives: To explore the prevailing relationships between residents and staff in nursing
homes in Lebanon, and to elicit factors that influence these relationships. Method: Using a …

Decades of governmental neglect mark the socio-political realities of older people in
Lebanon. They endure poverty, illiteracy, ageism, exclusion from healthcare and social …

Lebanon is a small country located in the Middle East region which is undergoing rapid
demographic transition. Among Arabic countries Lebanon has the fastest growing elderly …

Background: The older adult population in Lebanon is anticipated to double by year 2030.
The health care resources available for the geriatric population is limited and there is much …