Social network associated with depressed mood and sarcopenia among older adults in Taiwan
Journal
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association = Taiwan yi zhi
Date Issued
2023-12-02
Author(s)
Lin, Yu-Hung
Chang, Chia-Hsiu
Chang, Fong-Ching
Abstract
Social isolation is increasing in aging societies; however, its relationship with depressed mood and sarcopenia is not well studied. This study aims to examine the influence of social network on depressed mood and sarcopenia among community-dwelling older adults in Taiwan.
Subjects
Depressed mood; Older adult; Sarcopenia; Social network
Type
journal article