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05-03-2025 | Research Paper

Predictors of mood disturbance in older adults: a longitudinal cohort study

Authors: Feng-Yi Wang, Ling-Jie Fan, Lin-Nan Huo, Yang Lin, Ren-Gang Zhang, Yong-Hong Yang, Quan Wei

Published in: European Geriatric Medicine

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Aim

This study examines the relationship between socioeconomic factors and mood disturbances among older adults across different income strata.

Findings

Socioeconomic status and health conditions serve as protective factors against mood disturbances. Cognitive function emerges as the primary determinant in low-income groups, general health status predominates in middle-income groups, while physical activity engagement shows the strongest association in high-income groups.

Message

Understanding the socioeconomic gradient in mood disturbance risk factors enables targeted intervention strategies to promote mental health among older adults.

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Title: Predictors of mood disturbance in older adults: a longitudinal cohort study
Authors: Feng-Yi Wang
Ling-Jie Fan
Lin-Nan Huo
Yang Lin
Ren-Gang Zhang
Yong-Hong Yang
Quan Wei
Publication date: 05-03-2025
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Published in: European Geriatric Medicine
Electronic ISSN: 1878-7657
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41999-025-01178-z

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