The influence of empty-nest living on the health of the older people living in the rural areas of Lishui, China

Jan 28, 2022Medicine

How living alone affects the health of older adults in rural Lishui, China

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Abstract

in rural Lishui, China, have a 17.00% incidence of fall injury compared to 6.31% in .

  • Higher incidence of fall injury is associated with empty-nest status, with an adjusted odds ratio of 2.76.
  • Empty-nest older people experience more severe depression compared to their non-empty-nest counterparts.
  • The adjusted odds ratio for depression among empty-nest older people is 2.25.
  • The study focuses on older individuals who have children but live alone, highlighting a specific demographic.

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Key numbers

17.00%
Incidence of Fall Injuries Increase
Incidence of fall injuries in empty-nest vs. non-empty-nest older adults
2.76
Adjusted Odds Ratio for Fall Injuries
Adjusted odds ratio for fall injuries comparing empty-nest to non-empty-nest older adults
2.25
Adjusted Odds Ratio for Depression
Adjusted odds ratio for depression comparing empty-nest to non-empty-nest older adults

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