Overview of the prevalence of loneliness and associated risk factors among older adults across six continents: A meta-analysis.

Sri SusantyNadirawati NadirawatiAgus SetiawanHartiah HaroenSandra PebriantiHasniatisari HarunDanur AzissahJipri SuyantoMade Ary SarasmitaRose ChipojolaMadalitso KhwepeyaKondwani Joseph Banda

Published in: Archives of gerontology and geriatrics (2024)

Approximately, three among ten older adults aged ≥ 60 years are lonely worldwide. Early detection, prevention, and management of loneliness among older adults should consider diverse needs using gender-specific approaches.

Keyphrases

social support
risk factors
physical activity
depressive symptoms