Effectiveness of an integrated prevention programme (“JoyAge”) for depressive symptoms, anxiety, and loneliness in older adults in Hong Kong: a pragmatic quasi-experimental trial | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Effectiveness of an integrated prevention programme (“JoyAge”) for depressive symptoms, anxiety, and loneliness in older adults in Hong Kong: a pragmatic quasi-experimental trial
Key Points
Depressive symptoms, anxiety, and loneliness were significantly reduced in older adults after the intervention.
The JoyAge programme improved mental health outcomes among participants in the Hong Kong community with a 40% reduction in reported symptoms.
Quasi-experimental trial design focused on assessing the effectiveness of the integrated prevention programme on mental health.
Findings highlight the need for further research on community-based interventions to support older adults' mental well-being.