BOSTON – Folks typically reward know-how for decreasing emotions of isolation and loneliness amongst older adults throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, however a brand new examine finds it could have had the alternative impact.
Researchers at Brigham and Girls’s Hospital checked out the usage of digital communication by greater than 3,000 adults 65 and older with buddies, household, and well being care suppliers throughout the pandemic. They discovered that those that reported frequent communication utilizing e-mails and video calls have been extra prone to report emotions of melancholy and nervousness about COVID-19, whereas in-person interactions have been related to fewer psychological well being issues.
They are saying social media applied sciences must be tailor-made to satisfy the wants of older adults sooner or later.