Physical and mental health status and influencing factors of older adults in community-dwelling in Northeast China: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Between 2020 and 2022, the COVID-19 pandemic spread globally, and the implementation of preventive measures led to reduced outdoor activities for older adults, resulting in a decline in social functioning. This study aims to improve community-based health interventions tailored to older adults experiencing physical and psychological declines following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods

This study utilized previous data mining results to estimate the demand for community health services for older adults. It involves collecting questionnaire responses to understand the basic characteristics and lifestyle behaviors of older adults. The severity of health issues among older adults was assessed using the KCL and GHQ-12 scales. Statistical analyses included descriptive stat

SUBMITTER: Gao M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11617319 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature