Countries in which studies (included in the synthesis) were conducted
Australia (3); USA (3); Netherlands (2); UK (England) (2); Iran (1); Italy (1); Japan (1); New Zealand (1); Norway (1)
Global/regional focus
WHO - Americas region<br />WHO - Eastern Mediterranean region<br />WHO - European region<br />WHO - Western Pacific region<br />
Country focus
Australia (3); USA (3); Netherlands (2); UK (England) (2); Iran (1); Italy (1); Japan (1); New Zealand (1); Norway (1)
Low - and middle-income country (LMIC) focus
Additional details about the research
Type of document
Systematic review of effects
Type of question
Effectiveness
Focus
Specific
Target
Individual
Domain
Programs and services
Community and social services
Other social services
Community services
Recreation
Promotion of recreation
Sustainable Development Goals
3. Good health and well-being (partially covered)
Social system topic(s)
Delivery arrangements
By whom services are provided
Skill mix - Volunteers or caregivers
Theme
Optimal aging
Publication details
Citation
Poscia A, Stojanovic J, La Milia DI, Duplaga M, Grysztar M, Moscato U, et al. Interventions targeting loneliness and social isolation among the older people: An update systematic review. Experimental Gerontology. 2018;102:133-144.