Abstract:
Attention to the mental health of the elderly is a priority. The problems faced by this
population group have increased more and more, and it is extremely important to
invest in the prevention of psychic illness. The present work presented in the form of
a scientific review article, has as its theme "mental health and quality of life of elderly
people". The present research identified several theories that departed from the
following problematization. What factors influence mental health and consequently
the quality of life of the elderly? Based on this assumption, the bibliographical
research aims to understand the relationship between mental health, quality of life
and well-being of people in advanced adulthood.
