Loneliness and Quality of Life in Chronically Ill Rural Older Adults: Findings from a Pilot Study

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Explores the prevalence of loneliness in older adults living in rural Appalachia with chronic illness and whether loneliness influences their quality of life. Includes statistics on demographics as well as loneliness and quality of life indicators by chronic illness and medication use.

Laurie A. Theeke, Jennifer Mallow

American Journal of Nursing, 113(9), 28-38

09/2013

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Appalachia · Elderly population · Health conditions · Mental health · Statistics and data · West Virginia