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On the Relationship Between Frailty, Nutritional Status, Depression and Quality of Life Among Older People.

Ayele Semachew KasaVictoria TraynorShu-Chun LeePeta Drury
Published in: International journal of older people nursing (2024)
This research indicates that older people living in communities who are identified as frail often suffer from a poor nutritional status, depression and reduced QOL. It suggests that healthcare professionals in Sub-Saharan countries would benefit from recognising the frailty in this population, and developing interventions aimed at enhancing nutrition, mental health and overall well-being.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • community dwelling
  • depressive symptoms
  • physical activity
  • sleep quality
  • mental illness