Background and objective Loneliness is associated with increased rates of morbidity and
mortality, and is a growing public health concern in later life. This study aimed to produce an …

Numerous epidemiological reports have found that adolescent, young adult, and middle-
aged adult girls and women are more likely to be diagnosed with unipolar depression and …

Objectives: This study of loneliness across adult lifespan examined its associations with
sociodemographics, mental health (positive and negative psychological states and traits) …

Objectives: In the scientific literature on aging, a recent core issue has been the role of
individuals' internal and external resources, which are considered intrinsically connected, in …

Abstract Background The HADS (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale) aims to measure
symptoms of anxiety (HADS Anxiety) and depression (HADS Depression). The HADS is …

Although older adults may experience health challenges requiring increased care, they
often do not ask for help. This scoping review explores the factors associated with the help …

Objective: Loneliness is a prevalent and serious public health problem due to its effects on
health, well-being, and longevity. Understanding correlates of loneliness is critical for …

Purpose: This study was carried out to determine the relationship between perceived
loneliness and depression in the elderly and influencing factors Design and Methods: This …

Aim and objectives To investigate the prevalence of individuals who often feel lonely among
a sample of Norwegian older home‐dwelling people aged≥ 65 years old, as well as to …

Background Emerging research on the use of new technology suggests that internet use is
generally associated with high levels of efficiency among older adults in the following areas …