The relation between social network site usage and loneliness and mental health in community‐dwelling older adults

Aarts, Sil; Peek, Sebastiaan Theodorus Michaël; Wouters, Eveline

doi:10.1002/gps.4241

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“…Evidence for the relationship between SNS use and loneliness was mixed, with two studies finding no evidence for a simple association between SNS use and loneliness (Aarts, Peek and Wouters 2014;Bell et al 2013), and one study with an experimental design finding no change in loneliness following an SNS intervention (Myhre et al 2016). A qualitative study indicated that participants felt less lonely following an SNS intervention (Ballantyne et al 2010) and one study suggested that SNS use reduced the impact of functional disability on 'social' loneliness (frequency of social contact) (van Ingen, Rains and Wright 2017).…”

Section: What Is the Association Between Sns Use And Older Adults' Wementioning

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Social networking sites and the experience of older adult users: a systematic review

2019

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This study aimed to systematically review the use of social networking sites (SNSs) from an older adult perspective (all papers had an average sample age of 65+ and samples ranged in age from 50 to 98). Characteristics of older adult SNS users, incentives and disincentives for use, and the relationship between SNS use, wellbeing and cognitive function were explored. From a systematic search, 21 papers met inclusion criteria and were subjected to a quality review. Paper quality was often low or medium, as rated by a standard quality assessment framework. Results indicated that older adult SNS users were more likely to have particular characteristics, including being female and younger. The main incentive for use was to maintain contact with family and friends. Disincentives included privacy concerns and lack of perceived usefulness. The relationship between SNS use, wellbeing and cognitive function was inconclusive. SNS use is a multi-dimensional phenomenon that needs to be understood in the context of broader communication practices, individuals’ social relationships, and individual preferences and characteristics.

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Section: What Is the Association Between Sns Use And Older Adults' Wementioning

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Social networking sites and the experience of older adult users: a systematic review

2019

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“…Literature showed that when several barriers regarding social network sites (SNS) such as privacy, technical difficulties, and the fact that the majority of web designs do not yet consider the needs of older individuals were addressed, SNS could be considered a tool to support communication in older individuals . However, in a cross‐sectional study conducted in 2014, no relation between social media usage and loneliness was detected in community‐dwelling older adults . Hence, the primary purpose of this study was to examine what attitudes older adults have towards social media.…”

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“…Only persons who used social media were included. The interview guide, which was based on the available literature, ensured that the same set of topics was covered in all interviews: (1) attitudes regarding social media, (2) feelings related to social media, and (3) social media and well‐being. Recorded interviews were transcribed verbatim and analyzed by open and axial coding.…”

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Social media and loneliness among community‐dwelling older adults

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2018

Int J Geriat Psychiatry

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“…Although there may be some people who benefit from new technology, there is equally serious concern that technology, if improperly used, may lead to higher rates of loneliness. More broadly, it may be too early to form conclusions on whether technology helps or hinders loneliness in older adults given the wide breadth of the type of technology use . It may be worth noting that older adults may actually need to worry more about their grandchildren's use of technology because there are alarming data on the use of technology and rising rates of loneliness in younger cohorts …”

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A Practical Approach to Assessing and Mitigating Loneliness and Isolation in Older Adults

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J American Geriatrics Society

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Loneliness and social isolation are strongly associated with several adverse health outcomes in older persons including death and functional impairments. The strength of these associations has been compared with smoking. Accordingly, loneliness and isolation have significant public health implications. Despite the adverse impacts of loneliness and social isolation on quality of life, and their strong association with health outcomes, the evaluation of loneliness and isolation have not been integrated into medical care. The risks for loneliness may be of particular concern to persons with serious illness as patients and caregivers cope with the experience of loss, loss of independence, and increasing care needs. To date, there has been no uniform way of evaluating and documenting loneliness and social isolation as a part of a review of a patient's social determinants of health. This article provides a framework for healthcare systems, providers, and community members working with older adults to (1) understand loneliness, isolation, and its counterpart social connection; (2) describe the different ways loneliness affects health; and (3) create a framework for asking about and documenting these experiences. Finally, because the lack of studies assessing whether targeting loneliness can improve health outcomes is a major gap, we provide guidance on the future of interventions. J Am Geriatr Soc 67:657–662, 2019.

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The relation between social network site usage and loneliness and mental health in community‐dwelling older adults

Cited by 92 publications

References 25 publications

Social networking sites and the experience of older adult users: a systematic review

Social networking sites and the experience of older adult users: a systematic review

Social media and loneliness among community‐dwelling older adults

A Practical Approach to Assessing and Mitigating Loneliness and Isolation in Older Adults

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