Medicine and Health

A pandemic toll in frail older adults: Higher odds of incident and persistent common mental disorders in the ELSA-Brasil COVID-19 mental health cohort

C. Szlejf, C. K. Suemoto, et al.

This research reveals a striking link between frailty and mental disorders in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Conducted by Claudia Szlejf and colleagues, the study uncovers how pre-existing frailty can significantly increase the likelihood of persistent and new mental health challenges, emphasizing the need for targeted intervention in vulnerable populations.

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