Social engagement pattern, health behaviors and subjective well-being of older adults: an international perspective using WHO-SAGE survey data

Social engagement pattern, health behaviors and subjective well-being of older adults: an international perspective using WHO-SAGE survey data

Abstract Background Social engagement forms the basis of social relationships by providing a sense of belonging, social identity, and fulfillment. Previous research demonstrates that social engagement was associated with positive health behaviors among older adults. However, the results have been di...

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Main Authors: Mengyun Luo, Ding Ding, Adrian Bauman, Joel Negin, Philayrath Phongsavan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-01-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Social engagement
Health behavior
Lifestyle
Subjective well-being
Low- to middle-income countries
Ageing
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-019-7841-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-019-7841-7

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