Loneliness and Mental Health in Older Adults: Strategies for Community-Based Intervention

Tiago Horta Reis Da Silva

doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.23054.88646

Loneliness and Mental Health in Older Adults: Strategies for Community-Based Intervention

Tiago Horta Reis Da Silva

Adult Nursing

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Abstract

Loneliness in older adults is a growing concern, as it is linked to adverse mental and physical health outcomes. This study examines the relationship between loneliness and mental health in older adults and evaluates the effectiveness of community-based interventions in mitigating these issues. The review highlights the importance of community interventions such as social prescribing, group activities, and volunteer programs in older adults’ quality of life. Results indicate that these interventions significantly reduce feelings of loneliness and improve mental health outcomes. The poster will visually present data from these community programs and highlight best practices for addressing loneliness. The findings underscore the importance of implementing structured, community-based strategies in enhancing the mental well-being of older adults.

Original language	English
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.23054.88646
Publication status	Published - 10 Dec 2024
Event	iNuRSE 2024: 8th International Nursing Research and Scholarship Exposition - online Duration: 10 Dec 2024 → 15 Dec 2024 Conference number: 8th

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Conference	iNuRSE 2024: 8th International Nursing Research and Scholarship Exposition
Abbreviated title	iNuRSE 2024
Period	10/12/2024 → 15/12/2024

Keywords

Loneliness
Social Isolation
Mental Health
Older Adults
Geriatric Nursing
Gerontologic Nursing
Nursing
Community
Ageing in place

UN SDGs

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