Health and Fitness

Influence of social determinants of health in the evolution of the quality of life of older adults in Europe: A comparative analysis between men and women

R. Llorens-ortega, C. Bertran-noguer, et al.

This fascinating study reveals how social determinants of health shape the quality of life for individuals aged 50 and older in Europe, highlighting disparities between men and women. Researchers found that factors like age, economic hardship, and location significantly influence well-being, particularly in the context of Southern Europe. This critical research was conducted by Rafael Llorens-Ortega, Carmen Bertran-Noguer, Dolors Juvinyà-Canals, Josep Garre-Olmo, and Cristina Bosch-Farré.

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Abstract

This study examines how social determinants of health (SDH) influence the quality of life (QoL) of individuals aged 50 and older in Europe, comparing men and women. A longitudinal analysis using data from the SHARE study (waves 5, 6, and 7) revealed that female sex, advanced age, economic hardship, lower education, and geographic location were associated with poorer QoL. Depression in Southern Europe also negatively impacted QoL in both sexes.

Publisher

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Mar 13, 2024

Authors

Rafael Llorens-Ortega, Carmen Bertran-Noguer, Dolors Juvinyà-Canals, Josep Garre-Olmo, Cristina Bosch-Farré

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