Profiling Social Detachment in Older People in Taiwan: A Cluster Analysis DOI

Chao‐Ying Tu,

Chi‐Shin Wu,

Chia‐Ming Yen

et al.

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 39(12)

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

ABSTRACT Objectives The Social Detachment Questionnaire for the Older Population (SDQO) is a validated tool that assesses various dimensions of social relationships. This study aimed to profile detachment among older people in Taiwan using SDQO and explore its use distinguishing groups with varying levels engagement. Methods A telephone‐based survey was conducted, collecting demographic data responses Brief Symptom Rating Scale‐5 (BSRS‐5). Cluster analysis based on dimension scores performed identify groupings. Regression analyses examined association between engagement clusters, variables, BSRS‐5 scores. receiver operating characteristic curve established area under calculated cutoff individuals high low Results In representative sample 2549 aged 55 above Taiwan, cluster identified two as measured by SDQO. cluster, indicating higher detachment, more likely consist (≥ 75 years), those without children, lower education (≤ 9 years). After adjusting demographics, associated optimal identifying 27/28. Conclusions can socially detached people, who are experience increased psychological distress. Screening risk factors could help most vulnerable adverse health outcomes related detachment.

Language: Английский

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Jia‐Horng Kao

Journal of the Formosan Medical Association, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Oct. 1, 2024

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Profiling Social Detachment in Older People in Taiwan: A Cluster Analysis DOI

Chao‐Ying Tu,

Chi‐Shin Wu,

Chia‐Ming Yen

et al.

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 39(12)

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

ABSTRACT Objectives The Social Detachment Questionnaire for the Older Population (SDQO) is a validated tool that assesses various dimensions of social relationships. This study aimed to profile detachment among older people in Taiwan using SDQO and explore its use distinguishing groups with varying levels engagement. Methods A telephone‐based survey was conducted, collecting demographic data responses Brief Symptom Rating Scale‐5 (BSRS‐5). Cluster analysis based on dimension scores performed identify groupings. Regression analyses examined association between engagement clusters, variables, BSRS‐5 scores. receiver operating characteristic curve established area under calculated cutoff individuals high low Results In representative sample 2549 aged 55 above Taiwan, cluster identified two as measured by SDQO. cluster, indicating higher detachment, more likely consist (≥ 75 years), those without children, lower education (≤ 9 years). After adjusting demographics, associated optimal identifying 27/28. Conclusions can socially detached people, who are experience increased psychological distress. Screening risk factors could help most vulnerable adverse health outcomes related detachment.

Language: Английский

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