Loneliness in older Chinese adults amid the COVID-19 pandemic: Prevalence and associated factors.

Published in: Asia-Pacific psychiatry : official journal of the Pacific Rim College of Psychiatrists (2023)

Loneliness is common among older Chinese adults amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Targeted intervention programs may be more effective in reducing loneliness among older adults who are worried about contracting COVID-19, have poor COVID-19 knowledge, and experience physical health problems.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
mental health
sars cov
social support
healthcare
public health
physical activity
randomized controlled trial
risk factors
depressive symptoms
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
health information
middle aged