Impact of Social Integration and Living Arrangements on Korean Older Adults’ Depression

Jul 19, 2017International journal of aging & human development

How Social Connections and Living Situations Relate to Depression in Older Korean Adults

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Abstract

Preexisting depression is the most significant predictor of current depression among Korean older adults.

  • Health status and family support are also significant predictors of depression in this population.
  • Increased social integration is associated with decreased levels of depression among Korean older adults.
  • Living arrangements may moderate the relationship between social integration and depression.
  • This analysis utilized panel data from the Korea Institute for Health and Social Affairs.

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