Psychosocial characteristics of the well-being of senior citizens in the Republic of Moldova

Population ageing is perceived as a major challenge for all countries of the world, which are seeking security and well-being for their growing elderly population. The socio-economic integration of older people is perceived as a decisive factor in promoting respect for rights, ensuring individual well-being, and maintaining health in old age. The social well-being of the population is one of the main indicators of the political and economic viability of a social system, which truly reflects the social productivity of a country. Until recently, the issue of pensioners has been little researched, concealing the magnitude of the social problems of the elderly, making them the most vulnerable group. The exit from the labour market and patterns of retirement have changed radically in recent decades, requiring action by the state to provide security for the future. According to NBS data, 77% of pension recipients receive an old-age pension. The well-being of pensioners in society is one of the components of public welfare. In this sense, the pension system is the key strategic feature for understanding the macro-social impact of the quality of life of older people. In order to present the psycho-social characteristics of senior citizens' well-being, we will consider: their way of life, their adaptation to society, individual well-being (income and expenditure), happiness as a process, etc. The senior citizens' well-being factor is often underestimated in our society. Because of this, the majority of seniors withdraw from society, after which the following problems become more acute: economic, health, and relationship problems. The problem of the investigation: the major difficulties faced by the elderly in Moldova accentuate the degree of insecurity from a psycho-social perspective, giving them an unsatisfactory way of life reflected in low well-being. Research object: psycho-social characteristics of senior citizens' well-being. The purpose of the research: assessment of the degree of satisfaction of senior citizens' well-being in Moldovan society.