Uncovering the impact of loneliness in ageing populations: a comprehensive scoping review

Abstract Background Europe’s aging population increasingly faces social isolation and loneliness, with nearly 20% of older adults living alone. Social isolation refers to an objective lack of social contact, while loneliness is the subjective experience of unmet social needs. Both are prevalent amon...

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Main Authors: Meritxell Puyané, Carolina Chabrera, Enric Camón, Esther Cabrera
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-04-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-05846-4
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