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Personal social capital and self-rated health among middle-aged and older adults: a cross-sectional study exploring the roles of leisure-time physical activity and socioeconomic status.

Youngdeok KimTim SchneiderEric FaßMarc Lochbaum
Published in: BMC public health (2021)
Findings suggest that both social capital and LTPA are associated with better self-rated health; yet, these associations vary by SES. The health policymakers should address both social capital and LTPA for enhancing perceived health among aging populations but may need to consider varying SES backgrounds.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • public health
  • health information
  • depressive symptoms
  • body mass index
  • risk factors
  • social support
  • human health
  • risk assessment
  • sleep quality