The association of multigenerational family characteristics with loneliness and social isolation in older adults.

ABSTRACT: Loneliness and social isolation are widespread among older adults, especially in aging societies undergoing demographic and social transitions. Despite growing global interest, few studies have examined how multigenerational family characteristics contribute to these outcomes in later life. This study explored the associations between loneliness and social isolation in older adults and the demographic, health, and socioeconomic features of three family generations. This community-based cross-sectional study used a two-stage stratified random sampling method. Data were collected through structured interviews using standardized questionnaires. A total of 185 older adults (first generation), 185 adult children (second generation), and 185 grandchildren (third generation) participated. Standar

SUBMITTER: Baheshmat Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12780082 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature