This meta-analysis reviewed 126 published empirical articles over the past 50 years
describing associations between marital relationship quality and physical health in more …

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Social isolation and loneliness are serious yet underappreciated public health risks that
affect a significant portion of the older adult population. Approximately one-quarter of …

Significant disparities in CKD rates and outcomes exist between black and white Americans.
Health disparities are defined as health differences that adversely affect disadvantaged …

In a review of the literature from 1948 to 2001, 122 studies were found that correlated
structural or functional social support with patient adherence to medical regimens. Meta …

Sex and gender differences are of fundamental importance in most diseases, including
chronic kidney disease (CKD). Men and women with CKD differ with regard to the …

BACKGROUND: In nonhuman mammals, the neuropeptide oxytocin has repeatedly been
shown to increase social approach behavior and pair bonding. In particular, central nervous …

Background We aimed to systematically review and analyze the association between
depression and mortality risk in adults with kidney failure treated by long-term dialysis. Study …

Marriage is the central relationship for most adults and has beneficial effects for health. At
the same time, troubled marriages have negative health consequences. This review outlines …

Context A growing epidemiological literature has suggested that marital discord is a risk
factor for morbidity and mortality. In addition, depression and stress are associated with …