Social participation and depressive symptoms among older adults during the Covid-19 pandemic in Serbia: A cross-sectional study

Egeljić-Mihailović, Nataša; Brkić-Jovanović, Nina; Krstić, Tatjana; Simin, Dragana; Milutinović, Dragana

doi:10.1016/j.gerinurse.2021.12.014

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“…41 For example, a systematic review of 51 studies found protective effects of perceived emotional support, instrumental support, and diverse social networks against mental disorders. 42 Egelji c-Mihailovi c et al 43 noted that social participation negatively contributes to depressive symptoms. Thus, mental well-being, in turn, may lead to higher levels of happiness and general wellbeing, 46 particularly in an advancing age.…”

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Ageing Happily in Ghana: How Does Social Inclusion Contribute?

Gyasi,

Hajek,

Asante

et al. 2023

Psychogeriatrics

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BackgroundPromoting happiness has become increasingly important in old age for a wide range of reasons. In this study, we aim to examine the association between social inclusion (SI) and happiness among older adults in Ghana and identify the mediating factors.MethodsThe study included 1201 community‐dwelling adults aged ≥50 (mean age = 66.4 ± SD 11.9 years; 63.3% female) from the 2016–2018 Ageing, Health, Psychological Well‐being, and Health‐seeking Behaviour Study. We assessed happiness with a self‐rated and cross‐culturally validated item on a five‐point scale. SI was operationalised using the modified Berkman–Syme Social Network Index. The hypothesised associations were evaluated by hierarchical regressions and bootstrapping techniques from Hayes' PROCESS macro programme.ResultsThe prevalence of happiness was 24.3% (all of the time), 43.6% (most of the time), 28.3% (little of the time), and 3.7% (none of the time). After controlling for potential confounders, higher SI was associated with increased levels of happiness (odds ratio (OR) = 1.36; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.16–2.51). Aside from family/friends contacts, all other SI domains positively influenced happiness (OR = 1.45–1.81). The link between SI and happiness was mediated by depressive symptoms (65.2%), generalised anxiety (30.1%), and sleep problems (9.5%).ConclusionsOur data suggest that psychological factors may largely explain the positive SI‐happiness link. Efforts should target these factors to promote happiness in old age. Longitudinal analysis may confirm our findings.

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confidence: 99%

“…For example, a systematic review of 51 studies found protective effects of perceived emotional support, instrumental support, and diverse social networks against mental disorders 42 . Egeljić‐Mihailović et al 43 . noted that social participation negatively contributes to depressive symptoms.…”

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Ageing Happily in Ghana: How Does Social Inclusion Contribute?

Gyasi,

Hajek,

Asante

et al. 2023

Psychogeriatrics

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“…Further studies confirm the association between social participation and depressive symptoms. For example Noguchi et al could show that effect as well during the COVID-19 pandemic (12,30). The difference in mental health between participants living in small cities or villages and big cities may be explained due to lower mental health care resources in rural areas compared to big cities (31).…”

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The Impact of COVID-19 Vaccination on the Social Participation of Immunocompromised Persons – Results of a Multicenter Observational Study

Heesen

Schröder

Müller

et al. 2022

Front. Public Health

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Immunocompromised persons are at an increased risk for a severe SARS-CoV-2 infection and their safety behaviors may influence their social participation. Vaccinated persons have a lower incidence of infection and severe disease when infected compared to non-vaccinated persons. Therefore, their behavior may change and their social participation may increase after a complete vaccination. The aim of this study was to explore social participation of immunocompromised persons before and after complete COVID-19 vaccination. Between March and September 2021, 274 immunocompromised participants were recruited. Survey data were collected at baseline and follow-up from 194 participants including the Index for the Assessment of Health Impairments [IMET], Patient Health Questionnaire-4 [PHQ-4], subjective health status and quality of life. At baseline, participants were not yet completely vaccinated. Complete vaccination was achieved prior to the follow-up questionnaire. IMET scores decreased significantly at follow-up, indicating a higher social participation after complete vaccination. PHQ-4, subjective health status and quality of life did not differ between baseline and follow-up. There were no significant differences across sociodemographic factors. Significant PHQ-4 differences were observed regarding the population size of the participants' home community. Social participation of immunocompromised persons in our study increased after COVID-19 vaccination. Therefore, social participation should be explored further, especially with regards to the impact of vaccination on groups with a high health risk.

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“…Further, Choi and colleagues (2022) found that participation in clubs or other organized social activities was related to a higher risk of loneliness. Yet, Egeljić-Mihailović and colleagues (2022) demonstrated that social participation was related to fewer depressive symptoms during the pandemic. Choi et al (2021) also found higher levels of social activity, such as volunteering and attending social clubs and religious services, were associated with a reduced risk of depression among older Koreans.…”

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Social Contact, Social Participation, and Emotional Well-Being Among Older Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Roles of Giving and Receiving Social Support

Peng,

Yuan,

Burr

et al. 2023

Int J Aging Hum Dev

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This study examined whether social contact, social participation, and social support during the COVID-19 pandemic were associated with depression and anxiety. Data were taken from the 2020 COVID-19 Supplement of the National Health and Aging Trends Study ( N = 2,778). Depression and anxiety were regressed on social contact frequency, social participation, and social support. Path analyses were also performed. The results showed that in-person contact was related to lower levels of depression, while in-person contact and attending religious services were related to lower levels of anxiety. Giving and receiving support were associated with higher levels of depression and anxiety. Giving support mediated the link between virtual contact, volunteering, and depression, while receiving support mediated the link between virtual contact and depression. Receiving and giving support mediated the association between virtual social contact, volunteering, and anxiety. During the pandemic, being socially connected provided some benefits in terms of emotional well-being, but in some cases being socially connected did not provide salubrious effects.

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Social participation and depressive symptoms among older adults during the Covid-19 pandemic in Serbia: A cross-sectional study

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Ageing Happily in Ghana: How Does Social Inclusion Contribute?

Ageing Happily in Ghana: How Does Social Inclusion Contribute?

The Impact of COVID-19 Vaccination on the Social Participation of Immunocompromised Persons – Results of a Multicenter Observational Study

Social Contact, Social Participation, and Emotional Well-Being Among Older Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Roles of Giving and Receiving Social Support

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