Huang, Xuehao and Tey, Nai Peng and Lai, Siow Li (2024) Unraveling the Impact of Widowhood Duration on Depression: Does Time Heal All Wounds? Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health, 36 (4). pp. 352-357. ISSN 1010-5395, DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/10105395241244960.
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China's aging population has witnessed a surge in widowed older adults, raising concerns about their mental health. Losing a spouse is a profoundly distressing experience with enduring effects on well-being. Despite the proverbial belief in time's healing power, existing studies often neglect the potential decline in depressive symptoms during widowhood. Drawing data from the 2015 and 2018 China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study, this study delves into the impact of widowhood duration on depression among 8370 older adults and uncovered significantly higher depression scores among widowed individuals, particularly in the initial 3 years. The research reveals that widowhood contributes to heightened depression levels even after accounting for sociodemographic factors. Although the depressive impact lessens over time, it persists beyond 3 years, underscoring the need for heightened awareness and support for this vulnerable population.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Funders: | Faculty of Business and Economics, Universiti Malaya Special Publication Fund |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | aging; depression; gender; mental health; older people; widowhood |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA0421 Public health. Hygiene. Preventive Medicine |
| Divisions: | Faculty of Business and Economics |
| Depositing User: | Ms. Juhaida Abd Rahim |
| Date Deposited: | 10 Oct 2024 07:40 |
| Last Modified: | 10 Oct 2024 07:40 |
| URI: | http://eprints.um.edu.my/id/eprint/45323 |
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