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This research aims to evaluate how social capital influences depression among middle-aged and older adults in Japan.

March 19, 2026Open Access

Social Capital and Incident Depression Among Community-dwelling Middle-aged and Older Adults in Japan:

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This research aims to evaluate how social capital influences depression among middle-aged and older adults in Japan.
Examined associations between three indicators of social capital and depression
Assessed effect modification by factors such as gender, age, and chronic disease status
Focused on community-dwelling individuals aged middle-aged and older in Japan
Identified significant associations between social capital indicators and levels of depression
Found variations in effects based on gender, age, income, and chronic disease status
Indicated that social capital may serve as a protective factor for mental health

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Background & Aims: Prospective studies on social capital (SC) and depression in middle-aged adults are limited. The effects of SC on mental health vary by dimensions and population characteristics. Herein, we examined the associations between three SC indicators and depression, assessing the effect modification by gender, age, residence, income, and chronic disease status in community-dwelling middle-aged and older adults in Japan.

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