Social Isolation and Depression in Elderly Populations: A Systematic Review

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dc.contributor.advisorLevin, Jeff
dc.contributor.authorLinnell, Grant
dc.contributor.departmentUniversity Scholars.en_US
dc.contributor.otherBaylor University.en_US
dc.contributor.schoolsHonors College.en_US
dc.date.accessioned2019-05-24T14:33:54Z
dc.date.available2019-05-24T14:33:54Z
dc.date.copyright2019-05
dc.date.issued2019-05-24
dc.description.abstractAs the population continues to age, more older adults are living alone or in assisted living facilities. Social isolation amongst the older population is emerging as one of the major issues facing the industrialized world. This thesis reviews the published literature since the beginning of the century relating social isolation to depression in older adult populations. In this thesis, twenty-six peer-reviewed research articles were reviewed and the results reveal that social isolation has significant negative impacts on the mental well-being of this population, specifically through increased rates of depression. Also, the review revealed that two specific components of social isolation, perceived isolation and social disconnectedness, negatively impact mental health in unique ways. It is concluded that while social interventions must take place in order to combat the issue, familial structure and support may be the most effective counter-measures.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/2104/10624
dc.language.isoen_USen_US
dc.rightsBaylor University projects are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from this source for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without written permission. Contact libraryquestions@baylor.edu for inquiries about permission.en_US
dc.rights.accessrightsWorldwide accessen_US
dc.subjectPopulation Healthen_US
dc.titleSocial Isolation and Depression in Elderly Populations: A Systematic Reviewen_US
dc.typeThesisen_US

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