Loneliness prevalence and correlates among India’s elderly

Quick takeaway

Cross-sectional analysis evidence in India elderly population focused on loneliness as a psychosocial prevention target and tracked prevalence by state and correlates. Targets psychosocial prevention and supports screening prioritization.

Why this matters

Targets psychosocial prevention and supports screening prioritization.

Key caution

The design can identify patterns and targets, but not prove that the observed association is causal.