中国老年人社会隔离与衰弱之间的双向动态关系。

Bidirectional and dynamic relationships between social isolation and frailty among older adults in China.

作者信息

Pan Chaoping, Cao Na

机构信息

School of Public Health and Management, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China.

School of Public Health and Management, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China; School of Public Health, Wuhan University, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China.

出版信息

Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2023 Oct 10;116:105229. doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2023.105229.

DOI:10.1016/j.archger.2023.105229

PMID:39491076

Abstract

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to investigate the bidirectional and dynamic relationships between Social Isolation (SI) and frailty among older adults in China.

METHODS

Using data from the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (CLHLS), this study utilized a Generalized Cross-Lagged Model (GCLM) to examine the temporal interrelationships between SI and frailty among individuals aged 65 years and older.

RESULTS

The findings revealed significant bidirectional associations between SI and frailty among older adults in China. The GCLM identified strong temporal dynamics in the relationships between SI and frailty, with both effects increasing and showing a "cumulative disadvantage" effect as older adults aged.

CONCLUSION

This study underscores the significance of tailored interventions aimed at mitigating both SI and frailty among older adults in China, thus addressing the bidirectional impact. The findings emphasize the necessity for early intervention strategies to counteract the cumulative disadvantages associated with SI and frailty in later-life outcomes.

摘要