Sixteen-year longitudinal associations between loneliness and depressive symptoms among older adults

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Authors

N Shamsul Islam · University of Rajshahi

Md. Ismail Tareque · Sultan Qaboos University

Waad Ali · Sultan Qaboos University

Mohammad Hamiduzzaman · The University of Sydney

Chi-Tsun Chiu · Institute of European and American Studies, Academia Sinica

Md. Shariful Islam

Zahidul Islam · University of Rajshahi

Abstract

The findings reveal a strong link between loneliness and depressive symptoms in later life, emphasizing the need for interventions that tackle both issues together.

Topics & Keywords

Health disparities and outcomes Aging and Gerontology Research Mental Health Treatment and Access

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: Aging & Mental Health

DOI: 10.1080/13607863.2025.2606360

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