ArticleScientific reports2024
Impact of health information seeking behavior and digital health literacy on self-perceived health and depression symptoms among older adults in the United States.
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Abstract
backgroundUnderstanding the impact of digital health literacy and health information-seeking behavior on the self-perceived health and depression symptoms of older adults is crucial, particularly as the number of older internet users is increasing.
methodsThis study utilized data from the Health Information National Trends Survey to examine the relationship between these factors and the health outcomes of adults aged 50 and above.
resultsThe study found that digital health literacy has a positive but non-significant relationship with self-perceived health when other factors are considered. However, education level and body mass index consistently predicted self-perceived health. Moreover, higher digital health literacy was associated with a reduced likelihood of perceived depression symptoms, even after adjusting for demographic and health-related factors.
conclusionsThese findings highlight the importance of digital health literacy in the mental well-being of older adults and provide insights for shaping future health policies and interventions.
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