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The association between physical activity and social isolation in community-dwelling older adults.

Lauren M RobinsKeith D HillCaroline F FinchLindy ClemsonTerry Haines
Published in: Aging & mental health (2016)
Findings suggest that household-based physical activity is related to social isolation in community-dwelling older adults. Further research is required to determine the nature of this relationship and to investigate the impact of group physical activity interventions on social isolation.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • body mass index
  • sleep quality