Social Isolation, Loneliness, and the Living Arrangements and Contexts of Older Adults
2024
Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults
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Author Information
Author(s): Mauldin Rebecca, Li Lydia
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
How do living arrangements and contexts affect social isolation and loneliness in older adults?
Conclusion
The symposium highlights the importance of considering living arrangements and contexts in addressing social isolation and loneliness among older adults and their caregivers.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults living alone face unique risks and vulnerabilities.
- Social networks in assisted living can change with online group activities.
- Neighborhood stressors can affect caregivers' feelings of loneliness.
- Living arrangements impact the social support available to caregivers.
Takeaway
Older people can feel lonely or isolated based on where they live, and understanding this can help us find better ways to support them.
Methodology
The symposium includes a scoping review, quasi-experimental findings, and a mixed methods study.
Participant Demographics
Older adults and their caregivers.
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