ArticleWorld journal of psychiatry2025
Mediating role of health literacy in the relationship between social isolation and psychological distress among pre-frail older adults.
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Abstract
backgroundFrailty has become a significant public health issue. The recent increase in the number of frail older adults has led to increased attention being paid to psychological care services in communities. The social isolation of pre-frail older adults can impact their psychological distress.
aimTo explore the mediating effect of health literacy between social isolation and psychological distress among communitydwelling older adults with pre-frailty.
methodsThis descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted with 254 pre-frail older individuals aged 60 years and over. Social isolation, health literacy, and psychological distress were comprehensively measured using the Lubben Social Network Scale-6, 12-item Short-Form Health Literacy Questionnaire, and the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale-10. Data were evaluated using the SPSS 27.0 package program and the PROCESS macro tool. Descriptive statistical analyses, correlation analyses, and bootstrap mediation tests were used to assess associations between the variables.
resultsThe results showed that social isolation had an effect on health literacy among pre-frail older adults (
conclusionHealth literacy significantly affects the relationship between social isolation and psychological distress among pre-frail older adults. Apart from fostering social connections, improved health literacy measures should be considered.
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