The review suggests that educational and social activity group interventions that target specific groups can alleviate social isolation and loneliness among older people.
Measuring the emotional0social aspects of loneliness and isolation.
The feeling of being socially isolated during marriage was the most influential predictor of the level of social loneliness after the partner died.
Secondly, desires or expectations about personal relationships were found to influence feelings of loneliness.
This strongly suggests that loneliness is both culturally defined and related to expectations.
The possible association of loneliness with the failure of old age to live up to expectations requires further elucidation.
Despite the extensive research literature, however, there are still problems in defining and measuring this concept13,14 reflecting the theoretical diversity underpinning notions of loneliness.
Isolation and loneliness may also restrict the access of older people to podiatry services.
