The effect of frailty levels of older individuals on their mental well-being and depression levels.

Derya Biçak Ayik Zeliha Cengi Z Kevser Işik

Published in: Psychogeriatrics : the official journal of the Japanese Psychogeriatric Society (2024)

Depression status and mental well-being level are related to frailty, so negativity in one of them negatively affects the other. In line with these results, it is recommended to determine the level of depression and mental well-being of older individuals with high risk of frailty, and according to the results of the research, to provide care and support regarding the predictors affecting frailty.

Keyphrases

community dwelling
depressive symptoms
mental health
sleep quality
healthcare
physical activity
palliative care
pain management
chronic pain
affordable care act