Relationship between neighbourhood cohesion and disability: findings from SWADES population-based survey, Kerala, India.

ABSTRACT: Background: The burden of disability on individuals and society is enormous in India, and informal care systems try to reduce this burden. This study investigated the association between neighbourhood cohesion and disability in a community-based population in Kerala, India. To the best of our knowledge, no previous studies have examined this association in India.   Methods: A cross-sectional household survey was conducted with 997 participants aged 30 years and above, in Kerala. Neighbourhood cohesion was assessed by three scales: trust, community participation, and perceived safety. Functional ability was measured by WHODAS 2.0. Explanatory covariates included chronic disease conditions, age, gender, education, income, and mental health conditions. Results: Of 997 par

SUBMITTER: Saju MD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7424915 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature