Both frailty (reduced physiological reserve) and social vulnerability (scarcity of adequate
social connections, support, or interaction) become more common as people age and are …

Background The impact of social frailty on older adults is profound including mortality risk,
functional decline, falls, and disability. However, effective strategies that respond to the …

Background Frailty is a dynamic and complex geriatric condition characterized by multi-
domain declines in physiological, gait and cognitive function. This study examined whether …

Frailty is a dynamic condition encompassing physical, psychological, and social domains.
While certain factors are associated with overall or specific frailty domains, research on the …

Background Few studies have clarified the mechanisms linking social anxiety and
loneliness in older populations. The study aimed to explore how social network mediate the …

Background High suicide rates in older adults are a relevant public health concern. Social
isolation or widowhood as well as physical decline play a crucial role for suicidality in older …

Background Frailty is a significant healthcare challenge worldwide, increasing interest in
develo** more assessment tools covering for frailty. Recently, there has been a growing …

Frailty is a common age-related clinical syndrome characterized by a decline in the function
of multiple organ systems, increased vulnerability to stressors, and a huge socio-economic …

Objectives The objective of this study was to conduct a formative evaluation of the Art Your
Service (AYS) arts-based program to determine the program's potential for improving the …

Background Social Frailty is a significant public health concern affecting the elderly,
particularly with the global population aging rapidly. Older adults with social frailty are at …