ArticleFrontiers in aging neuroscience2025
Uncovering unseen ties: a network analysis explores activities of daily living limitations and depression among Chinese older adults.
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- Network structure of multidimensional frailty among long-term care residents in China: A cross-sectional network analysis.Belitung nursing journal · 2026Article
- Network analysis of the relationships among activities of daily living disability, cognitive impairment, and depression in Chinese older adults.BMC public health · 2025Article
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Background: Chinese older adults frequently encounter limitations in activities of daily living (ADL) and experience depression. Prior research has not deeply explored the interconnectedness of these factors through network analysis. Methods: The study utilized data from 2,137 older adults aged 65 and older, sourced from the 2018 China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS). The ADL scale and CESD-10 were employed to assess ability to perform ADL and depression, respectively. We conducted network modeling and bridge expected influence (BEI) evaluations to investigate the relationships between these ADL and depression. Results: Our network analysis revealed robust connections between ADL and depressive symptoms. Specifically, somatic symptoms emerged as significant predictors of depression risk with the highest BEI of 0.21, whereas positive symptoms exhibited a protective effect with the highest BEI of 0.13. Notably, toileting with the highest BEI of 0.04 among the ADL was identified as a pivotal node linking ADL to depression. Conclusion: This study illuminated the complex interplay between ADL and depression in Chinese older adults, with toileting serving as a crucial connecting point. Our findings offer valuable insights that can inform efforts to enhance mental health and improve the quality of life for this population.
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