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Gender Differences in Social Isolation and Social Support among Rural Residents

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Description
Examines gender differences in social isolation and supports among aging rural residents. Includes statistics on perceived loneliness, social support, and social participation by gender. Offers suggestions to reduce social isolation and improve associated health outcomes in rural communities.
Author(s)
Carrie Henning-Smith, Alexandra Ecklund, Ira Moscovice, Katy Kozhimannil
Date
08/2018
Type
Document
Organization
University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center
Tagged as
Aging and aging-related services · Elderly population · Population health · Social connectedness · Statistics and data

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