Interventions to reduce social isolation and loneliness among minority ethnic populations in OECD countries: A scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Social isolation and loneliness (SIL) are complex issues that impact mental and physical wellbeing and are significant public health concerns. People from minority ethnic backgrounds living in Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) member states may be particularly vulnerable to experiencing SIL. This is due to various challenges associated with life in foreign countries, including cultural differences, settlement issues, low incomes, and discrimination. While many interventions have been developed to address SIL in the general population, there is little information about interventions designed for minority ethnic populations in OECD countries. Our study aimed to 1) Investigate existing interventions for minority ethnic communities in OECD countrie

SUBMITTER: Nwofe ES 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11658517 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature