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KMID : 0895320230320020137
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Korean Journal of Research in Gerontology
2023 Volume.32 No. 2 p.137 ~ p.169
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A Qualitative Meta-Analysis of the Life Experiences of Retired Baby-Boomers
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Park Lyung-Lae
Park Jae-Yeon
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Abstract
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The first generation of baby boomers in Korea have recently been retired from their main jobs, and the majority of them have begun to belong to the group of older adults. Therefore, this study attempted to explore in depth their life experiences after retirement. The studies to be analyzed were 20 qualitative research articles describing statements about the lives of retired baby boomers. The analysis method of the study was qualitative meta-analysis to derive main topics and attempt a comprehensive interpretation of the topic. As a result of the analysis, 213 concepts were derived, which were sequentially integrated into 26 categories, 8 subtopics, and 3 topics. The three themes about life experiences of post-retirement for the baby boom generation were retirement experience, post-retirement adaptation experience, and preparation for old age. As for the first topic of retirement experience, coping with retirement and psychological changes caused by retired were discussed. As for the second topic of post-retirement experience, the adaptation process between pre- and post-retirement was discussed, focusing on interpersonal relationships, environmental change, re-entry into economic activities, social activities, and leisure life. As for the third topic of retirement preparation, wishes for the rest of life and preparation for death were discussed whereas financial support for them, support related to physical and mental health, and support for social relations and social activities were suggested. The findings of this study would be used as valuable data for retired baby boomers to plan and design their healthy old life in the upcoming super-aged society.
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KEYWORD
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Baby boomer, Retirement, Preparation for retirement, Early retirement, Post-retirement adaptation
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