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Association of vision and hearing impairments with quality of life among older adults: Mediation by psychosocial factors.

June PhuaAbhijit VisariaTruls ØstbyeRahul Malhotra
Published in: Geriatrics & gerontology international (2021)
VI and HI, particularly in combination, are associated with poorer psychosocial status and QoL among older adults. Older adults with VI or HI should be screened for depressive symptoms and social risks. Improving social network, loneliness and depressive symptoms among older adults with sensory impairments may enhance their QoL. Geriatr Gerontol Int ••; ••: ••-•• Geriatr Gerontol Int 2021; ••: ••-••.
Keyphrases
  • depressive symptoms
  • social support
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • sleep quality
  • middle aged
  • community dwelling
  • human health
  • climate change
  • hearing loss