Publications by authors named "Abigail Assuamah Yeboah"
J Affect Disord
December 2019
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the connection between loneliness, living alone, and psychological distress among older adults in Ghana, highlighting limited previous research on this topic.
- Participants, primarily women with an average age of 66, were assessed for mental health and loneliness, revealing that both factors contribute significantly to increased psychological distress risk.
- Findings suggest that engaging in social activities and regular physical exercise can mitigate the negative impacts of loneliness and living alone on mental health.
