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The research aims to explore the relationship between media exposure and depression levels in older adults over time.

February 10, 2026Geriatric Nursing0 citationsOpen Access

Media exposure and the trajectory of depression in older adults: An analysis based on latent variable growth models

MJMaomin JiangSoochow University LLLin LiuHebei Medical University XHXincheng HuangSouth China University of Technology

Key Points

The research aims to explore the relationship between media exposure and depression levels in older adults over time.
Utilized latent variable growth models to analyze trends in media exposure and depression.
Monitored media engagement among older adults in various demographic groups.
Identified target groups for interventions based on education, partnership status, and rural living.
Found that media exposure among older adults decreases gradually.
Reported a corresponding increase in depression levels over time.
Highlighted the need for tailored media interventions to mitigate depression in vulnerable groups.

Abstract

Over time, media exposure in the older adults gradually decreases while their level of depression gradually increases. Therefore, it is crucial for society to monitor the media exposure and depression levels of the older adults, utilizing various media forms to prevent and alleviate their depression. For instance, creating new media platforms can enhance the older adults's media exposure, and balanced publicity should be maintained to ensure equitable information acquisition and communication during their media engagement. Additionally, considering the varied depression levels among different groups of the older adults, interventions should specifically target those who are older, live in rural areas, are without partners, and have lower education levels. Implementing these measures is vital for improving depression in older individuals and promoting healthy aging.

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