The influence of middle-aged and older adults' social capital and education on physical function: evidence from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Population aging is a major global trend with significant social, economic, and health implications. In China, the increasing aging population presents challenges, including increased chronic diseases and disabilities. Social capital has emerged as vital in determining health outcomes for middle-aged and older adults. This study seeks to examine the impact of social capital and educational attainment on physical functioning in middle-aged and older adults, with particular emphasis on the moderating effect of education within this relationship.

Methods

This study utilized data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) from 2018 to 2020, involving 9,497 participants aged 45 and older. Physical function was assessed using the Activities of Dail

SUBMITTER: Man T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11652280 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature