Moderating effect of instrumental activities of daily living on the relationship between loneliness and depression in people with cognitive frailty.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The identification of depression and loneliness among people with cognitive frailty (CF) could prevent negative psychological and physical health outcomes. Few studies have focused on physical and mental health together, and little is known about the role of daily activity in the association between depression and loneliness among elderly individuals with CF.

Objectives

To determine the positive effect of loneliness on depression among community-dwelling older adults with CF as well as the moderating effect of instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) on this association.

Design, setting, participants, and measurements

This cross-sectional study included 529 adults aged 65 years and older from a community-dwelling population who were screened for CF an

SUBMITTER: Zhao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11846412 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature