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ArticleBMC geriatrics2025

Profile and quality of life of the older Moroccan population: a scoping review of associated factors.

Raja Arif, Jawad Bouzid, Hinde Hami, Mohamed Chahboune, FatimaZahra Laamiri, Ghizlane Dhimen, Noureddine Elkhoudri, Igor Cigarroa, Fatine Hadrya

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Article in BMC geriatrics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

9 authors.

Raja ArifHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco.
Jawad BouzidHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco.
Hinde HamiLaboratory of Biology and Health, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofaïl University, Kenitra, Morocco.
Mohamed ChahbouneHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco.
FatimaZahra LaamiriHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco.
Ghizlane DhimenHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco.
Noureddine ElkhoudriHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco.
Igor CigarroaEscuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Católica Silva Henríquez, Santiago, Chile.
Fatine HadryaHigher Institute of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat, Morocco. fatine.hadrya@uhp.ac.ma.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMorocco’s rapidly growing older adult population poses major care challenges. This demographic shift requires a proactive response from the government and health authorities. They should adopt strategies focused on chronic disease prevention, co-morbidity, and the management of geriatric syndromes. This study describes this population’s socio-demographic, economic and health profile. The study aims to identify factors associated with their quality of life through a scoping review.

methodsThe study is based on the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. The databases used to identify relevant articles (n = 24) published (in any language) until 1st September 2025 were Scopus, Web of Science, ScienceDirect and MEDLINE. Two investigators independently selected studies, extracted and analyzed data from studies involving Moroccan people aged 60 and over, focusing on their socio-demographic profile and the various dimensions of their quality of life.

resultsThe analysis highlights significant issues among the older adult. First, illiteracy increases this population’s vulnerability by limiting access to information and health services, complicating their care. Second, chronic diseases severely affect their quality of life. They alter their physical capacity and lead to a loss of autonomy and dependence. Third, depression worsens health and contributes to a lasting sense of malaise. Finally, sexual function, although often neglected, remains a key factor associated quality of life, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.

conclusionsThe management of comorbidities complicates medical care, exacerbates existing health conditions, and negatively associated with the quality of life of older adults. These findings underscore the need for a multidisciplinary approach to improve both healthcare services and overall well-being in this population.

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Quality of LifeAgedAged, 80 and overChronic DiseaseHumansMoroccoChronic diseasesComprehensive geriatric assessmentDepressionHealth statusMoroccoOlder adultQuality of lifeSocio-demographic

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