Association between internet use and depressive symptoms among older adults: mediating role of daytime napping and moderating role of productive engagement.
Yuan Yuan FuMengtong ChenPublished in: Aging & mental health (2023)
Internet use can increase the risk of depressive symptoms in older adults by increasing daytime napping. However, the benefits of internet use can be particularly salient for those who have a low level of productive engagement. The findings have implications for policies and practices that are designed to help older adults access the internet to enhance well-being.