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This study aims to assess the prevalence of fear of falling and anxiety symptoms in the elderly population in Bangladesh.

Prevalence of Fear of Falling and Anxiety among the Geriatric People of Bangladesh

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Quantitative study assesses prevalence of fear of falling and anxiety in elderly, suggesting vital mental health considerations.

This study aims to assess the prevalence of fear of falling and anxiety symptoms in the elderly population in Bangladesh.
Conducted a quantitative cross-sectional study in 10 old-age homes.
Involved 245 individuals aged over 65 years using convenience sampling.
Assessed fear of falling and anxiety using the Falls Efficacy Scale-7 and GAD-7 scale.
Analyzed data using one-way ANOVA, Chi-square tests, and binary logistic regression.
Prevalence of fear of falling was found to be 42.86%.
Prevalence of generalized anxiety disorder was 78.78%.
Significant associations identified between fear of falling and factors like age, religion, and chronic conditions.
Generalized anxiety disorder was linked to number of children, chronic illness, and lack of physical exercise.

Nazmul et al. (2025) studied this question.

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