Navigating Trust: A Comparative Analysis of Generalized and Particularized Trust on the Quality of Life of Family Caregivers in Lower Northern Thailand
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Abstract
This study explores the nuanced influences of generalized and particularized trust on the quality of life among family caregivers in Lower Northern Thailand, with a specific focus on elderly individuals experiencing dependency conditions in Health Region 2. The population of interest, totaling 11,187 dependent elderly individuals, necessitated a comprehensive approach to sample selection. Utilizing Taro Yamane’s formula, the study strategically sampled 400 family caregivers through Quota Sampling, ensuring proportional representation from Sukhothai, Tak, Phitsanulok, Uttaradit, and Phetchabun provinces. The research tools, meticulously crafted questionnaires, draw from the WHOQOL-100 instrument and cover three distinct themes: general information, family caregiver trust, and quality of life. The analysis employs a multifaceted approach, encompassing descriptive statistics, a correlation matrix, and advanced regression techniques. Findings reveal a complex interplay of trust dynamics shaping the caregiving landscape. Generalized trust fosters societal confidence and community engagement, while particularized trust, deeply embedded in familial bonds, emerges as a cornerstone in the caregiving experience. Acknowledging cultural nuances and social intricacies, the study underscores the heightened relevance of particularized trust in enhancing the well-being of family caregivers. This research, enriched by a diverse sample of 400 family caregivers across provinces, contributes significantly to the discourse on caregiver dynamics.
The findings highlight the importance of familial and interpersonal relationships in improving the quality of life for family caregivers in Lower Northern Thailand. Interventions should prioritize strengthening family bonds, communication strategies, and support networks, leveraging the cultural emphasis on trust and collaboration. Targeted initiatives should address the needs of female caregivers aged 51-60, focusing on education, financial support, and income generation for those below the poverty line. Continuous research is encouraged to ensure interventions remain responsive to the evolving caregiving dynamics in the region.
Keywords: Generalized Trust, Particularized Trust, Quality of Life, Family Caregivers, Lower Northern Thailand
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