Psychological impacts and online interventions of social isolation amongst older adults during COVID-19 pandemic: A scoping review.

Natalie Grace RodriguesClaudia Qin Yun HanYa SuPiyanee Klainin-Yobas Xi Vivien Wu

Published in: Journal of advanced nursing (2021)

With the COVID-19 pandemic still in progress, this review provides insights on the psychological impacts of social isolation amongst older adults. Nurses in the community and long-term care facilities could adopt strategies and online intervention to better support the older adults, contribute to a stronger COVID-19 response and support system, and an overall better road to recovery from this crisis.

Keyphrases

physical activity
mental health
healthcare
long term care
social media
sars cov
coronavirus disease
randomized controlled trial
health information
public health