Publication Type

Report

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

1-2024

Abstract

In this report, we explore the potential causes of social isolation among older adults in Singapore using causal discovery. We found an inferred causal relationship between perceived helpfulness and social isolation, where older adults who perceived themselves as helpful were less likely to perceive themselves as socially isolated. Our study also found that perceived isolation and loneliness may be distinct concepts among older adults in Singapore, with loneliness being more likely to precede social isolation. Policy recommendations include promoting a sense of helpfulness through programs such as volunteering to reduce social isolation.

Keywords

Social isolation, loneliness, seniors, older adults, Singapore

Discipline

Asian Studies | Family, Life Course, and Society | Gerontology | Social Psychology

Research Areas

Psychology

First Page

1

Last Page

15

Publisher

SMU Centre for Research on Successful Ageing

City or Country

Singapore

Embargo Period

1-22-2024

Copyright Owner and License

SMU

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