Social support is a strong determinant of life satisfaction among older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Sang Hee LeeHaejung LeeYun Seong KimHye-Kyung ParkMin Ki LeeKi Uk Kim

Published in: The clinical respiratory journal (2019)

Less than one-third of older adults with COPD reported that they were satisfied with their lives. Better lung function and greater social support were independently associated with high LS.

Keyphrases

social support
lung function

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
depressive symptoms

cystic fibrosis
air pollution

physical activity