%0 Journal Article
%T Leisure Activity in the Third Age | Insight Medical Publishing
%A Iliadis Christos
%A Koukourikos Konstantinos
%A Kourkouta Lambrini
%A Tsaloglidou Areti
%J www.editorialmanager.com/imedpubjournals/
%D 2018
%R 10.4172/2472-1654.100123
%X Introduction: Leisure activity is a pleasant and social activity which tries to revitalize the individual through the experience acquired in his spare time. Purpose: The purpose of this review study is to investigate the contribution of leisure activity to the health promotion of elderly people. Material and review methods: An extensive review of the relevant literature was performed via electronic databases (Medline, Scopus) and international journals. Results: The elderly are a respectable and important part of our society and the issues related to older people should be treated in a serious manner. This is why our society has created a variety of groups that organize a wide range of activities covering entertainment, education and recreation of the elderly. Conclusions: The contribution of leisure activity helps to promote the health of the elderly and has a positive impact on their quality of life.
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