Loneliness in older persons

Abstract

Research Aims:* Quantify the rates of loneliness in older people living in New Zealand* Determine the impact loneliness may have on health in general and rates of depression* Identify any predictors of lonelinessConclusions:* Social connectedness is pivotal to addressing loneliness* Those who work with older people should realise the potential for loneliness in this population* We hypothesise that those who adapt to social losses so that they don’t feel lonely fare better in relation to health and wellbeing

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