The Impact of Social Connectedness on Older Adults’ Wellbeing
A special issue of Social Sciences (ISSN 2076-0760). This special issue belongs to the section "Family Studies".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 207
Special Issue Editor
Interests: community-based long-term care, gerontological social work, gerontological mental health, health behavior and education for the elderly, gerontological graceful death and terminal care
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The World Health Organization promotes the importance of active aging, encouraging the creation of opportunities and supportive environments that encourage older adults to actively participate in society, thereby enhancing their sense of purpose. Active participation in society and maintaining interpersonal relationships can help older adults adapt to later life and sustain active aging. This highlights the need for a deeper analysis of the role of social connectedness in the aging process. Research consistently shows that older adults with strong social networks and social connectedness enjoy better health, greater longevity, and higher life satisfaction. Social involvement and support systems can boost self-esteem and a sense of security, ultimately enhancing overall wellbeing. Social connectedness is a complex, multi-faceted concept. For this Special Issue, we welcome research that examines the impact of social connectedness on the wellbeing of older adults from diverse perspectives. We encourage submissions exploring aspects such as social relationships, social support, community involvement, activity participation, volunteering, and interpersonal networks.
Dr. Ching-Teng Yao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- social connectedness
- active aging
- wellbeing
- social relationships
- social support
- activity participation
- interpersonal networks
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