What are the psychological and social reasons behind the phenomenon that the elderly in rural areas often choose not to be treated when faced with diseases? Let us explore this thought-provoking question.
Recently, a distressing phenomenon has quietly spread in rural areas: when the elderly are sick, they often choose not to treat them, preferring to suffer in silence. What are the psychological and social reasons behind this act of "destroying the three views"? As Senior Sister Lemon, I deeply feel the need to uncover the truth of this phenomenon.
1. Economic pressure: The cost of treatment has become a heavy burden
The economic situation of the elderly in rural areas is generally more difficult. Many of them have been farming all their lives, with limited income and little savings. Once they get sick, they often feel overwhelmed by the high cost of medical treatment. Fearing that the cost of treatment will be a heavy burden on families and a financial burden on their children, many elderly people choose to give up treatment.
2. Family responsibilities: do not want to be a burden to children
Older people in rural areas generally have a strong sense of family responsibility. They believe that they are old and infirm and should not be a burden to their children. Therefore, when they are sick, they would rather endure the pain than let their children worry about them. This sense of responsibility to the family and love for their children has made many elderly people choose not to be treated in order to reduce the burden on their children.
3. Traditional concept: life and death are fate, and wealth is in the sky
In rural areas, traditional attitudes remain deeply entrenched. Many elderly people believe that "life and death are fate, wealth is in heaven", and believe that illness is predestined and treatment will not help. They believe in the power of fate, and believe that even treatment is difficult to change the arrangement of fate. This traditional concept has led many elderly people to choose to go with the flow of fate and accept the torture of illness.
4. Psychological fear: fear of the pain caused by treatment
In addition to financial stress and traditional beliefs, psychological fear is also one of the reasons why many elderly people choose not to be treated. They are afraid of the pain and suffering of the treatment process, fearing that the treatment will make them lose their ability to take care of themselves. This fear and worry about treatment has made many elderly people choose to give up treatment and choose to suffer in silence.
5. Insufficient social support: lack of medical resources and lack of care
The lack of medical resources in rural areas is also one of the important reasons for the lack of treatment for the elderly. In many places, medical facilities are outdated, the number of doctors is insufficient, and the supply of medicines is in short supply. This makes it difficult for the elderly to access timely and effective medical care. At the same time, the care and support for the elderly in the society is also insufficient, and there is a lack of corresponding social assistance and medical security systems. This lack of social support makes many elderly people feel helpless and helpless, and can only endure the pain in silence.
There are complex reasons behind the phenomenon of the elderly in rural areas being sick and untreated. A combination of economic pressures, family responsibilities, traditional beliefs, psychological fears, and inadequate social support contribute to this phenomenon. As a member of society, we should give more care and support to the elderly in rural areas to help them get out of their predicament. At the same time, the government and all sectors of society should also increase investment in rural medical resources, improve the level of medical services in rural areas, so that every elderly person can enjoy the medical services they deserve and live a dignified life in their old age.
Let's work together to create a better living environment for the elderly in rural areas!