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This study aims to identify predictors of depression and social support among older adults living alone in Thailand.

June 26, 2026Discover Public HealthOpen Access

Predictors of depression and social support among community-dwelling older adults living alone in Thailand

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SMSurasak MulsrisukSiriraj Hospital PPPisan PachachooPathumthani University WSWanich SuksatanMidwest Therapeutic Endoscopy

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Cross-sectional study identifies factors influencing depression and social support in older adults living alone, suggesting community engagement benefits.

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This study aims to identify predictors of depression and social support among older adults living alone in Thailand.
Cross-sectional study design among 395 adults aged ≥ 60 years
Utilized standardized instruments including TGDS-15, RULS-6, ADL, IADL, and Social Support Scale
Analysis conducted using multiple linear regression
54.2% of participants experienced mild to moderate depressive symptoms
98.0% reported moderate to high levels of loneliness
Longer duration of living alone and lower contact frequency were linked to higher depression scores (β = 0.419, p < .001); higher perceived social support was related to having children and frequent contact (β = 0.326, p < .001)

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Mulsrisuk et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a3e16cd030ad1a9b3090904 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12982-026-02480-2

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Cross-sectional study identifies factors influencing depression and social support in older adults living alone, suggesting community engagement benefits.

Predictors of depression and social support among community-dwelling older adults living alone in Thailand

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Predictors of depression and social support among community-dwelling older adults living alone in Thailand

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