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Hindi Journal of Aging and Geriatric MedicineISSN: 2576-3946
Ravi B Parikh Author
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Ravi B Parikh, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women
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Ravi B Parikh, working at Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Place of living is USA, Succesfully Published- Examining Approaches to Address Loneliness and Social Isolation among Older Adults
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Examining Approaches to Address Loneliness and Social Isolation among Older Adults
Author(s): Stephanie MacLeod, Shirley Musich, Ravi B Parikh, Kevin Hawkins, Karen Keown and Charlotte S Yeh
Background: Loneliness and social isolation are important determinants of health with impacts comparable to those of other health risk factors. Older adults are especially at risk, when late-life transitions impact social connectedness and social networks, with subsequent effects on quality of life and physical and mental health. Purpose: Our primary purpose is to summarize a streamlined yet thorough literature review to support our discussion and perspective on the growing need for expanded intervention options targeting loneliness and social isolation among older adults. In doing so, we will describe existing and emerging intervention approaches, utilizing specified strategies, designed for this need. Methods: A specifically targeted review of literature, ... view more»
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