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Gender differences in the impact of retirement on depressive symptoms among middle-aged and older adults: A propensity score matching approach.

Jin-Won NohYoung Dae KwonLena Jumin LeeIn-Hwan OhJinseok Kim
Published in: PloS one (2019)
Our study reinforces the assertion that retirement could worsen depressive symptoms and could differ by gender. Intervention programs focused on the mental health of retired men need to be actively developed and widely implemented.
Keyphrases
  • depressive symptoms
  • mental health
  • social support
  • randomized controlled trial
  • sleep quality
  • public health
  • physical activity
  • mental illness
  • middle aged