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Impact of digital social media on the perception of loneliness and social isolation in older adults.

Luciana KusumotaMaria Angélica Andreotti DinizRenato Mendonça RibeiroIara Lesa Costa da SilvaAna Laura Galhardo FigueiraFernanda Resende RodriguesRosalina Aparecida Partezani Rodrigues
Published in: Revista latino-americana de enfermagem (2022)
the scientific evidence shows that the use of digital social media can reduce the perception of loneliness and/or isolation in older adults. Furthermore, the internet can favor greater contact between the older adults and family members and can serve as a source of support, provide a greater sense of belonging in the community and reduce loneliness.
Keyphrases
  • social media
  • health information
  • physical activity
  • social support
  • healthcare
  • mental health