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Table 2 Categories and subcategories of findings

From: Active ageing – perspectives on health, participation, and security among older adults in northeastern Thailand – a qualitative study

Basic Pillars

Main Categories

Sub-categories

Health

Status of physical body

Absence of severe illness and physical pain

 

Having enough physical capacity to manage daily life.

Status of mind

Having peace of mind

 

Being able to review life

Participation

Maintaining social network

Joining neighbor events and community activities

 

Being a formal volunteer

Supporting spirituality

Joining religious activities

 

Doing useful things for others

Security

Living conditions

Social status

 

Economic status

 

Emotional status

Managing to finalize life well

Financial preparations

 

Thoughts about dying