Effectiveness of a peer-based intervention on loneliness and social isolation of older Chinese immigrants in Canada: a randomized controlled trial
Abstract Background Social isolation is a key concern for immigrant older adults. We examined the effectiveness of a peer-based intervention in reducing loneliness, social isolation, and improving psychosocial well-being with a sample of aging Chinese immigrants. Methods Sixty community-dwelling old...
Main Authors: | Daniel W. L. Lai, Jia Li, Xiaoting Ou, Celia Y. P. Li |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-09-01
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Series: | BMC Geriatrics |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-020-01756-9 |
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