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A Narrative Review of Loneliness and Brain Health in Older Adults: Implications of COVID-19

Year: 2022

Type: review

Abstract: Purpose of Review: This narrative review highlights important factors contributing to loneliness in older adults prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic and effects on brain health. Recent Findings: We characterize risk factors for loneliness in older adulthood and the impact of COVID-19. Furthermore, we discuss the implications of loneliness for older adults' brain health. Summary: Understanding the multifactorial causes of loneliness in different subpopulations of older adults both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic will provide insights for the development of interventions targeted to reduce loneliness in older adults based on their specific risk factors.

Source: Current Behavioral Neuroscience Reports

DOI: 10.1007/s40473-021-00237-6

Authors: Janelle N. Beadle, Angela Gifford, Abi Heller

Institutions: University of Nebraska at Omaha, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Health disparities and outcomes

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,280