Social isolation is a growing public health
Social isolation means the lack of social contacts. It is characterized by few relationships with other people, as well as little involvement in social organizations. Studies have shown that social isolation is painful to older people and linked with : Health risks Chronic conditions Functional impairment Worse mental and cognitive health, as well as an Increase in premature and all-cause mortality In general, a lot of factors are associated who are socially isolated. Among them are as follows: Health problems Retirement The break with support networks and friends Economic constraints and the death of partners and friends During the isolation process, low levels of physical activity and the inadequate intake of fruit and vegetables are important risk factors for health. It has been seen among older people not only their health but overall health gets deteriorated -- physical health, mental health, physical functioning and cognitive health. ...