Social Engagement and Depressive Symptoms in Late Life

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Thomas A. Glass · Johns Hopkins University

Carlos F. Mendes de Leon · Rush University Medical Center

Shari S. Bassuk · Brigham and Women's Hospital

Abstract

Social engagement is independently associated with depressive symptoms cross-sectionally. A longitudinal association is seen only among those not depressed at baseline.

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Health disparities and outcomes Aging and Gerontology Research Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes

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Published in: Journal of Aging and Health

Volume 18, Issue 4, pp. 604-628

DOI: 10.1177/0898264306291017

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