Peran Dukungan Keluarga Dalam Pencegahan Depresi Dan Isolasi Sosial : Literature Review
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https://doi.org/10.31004/joecy.v6i1.8873Keywords:
Dukungan Keluarga, Depresi, Isolasi Sosial, Kesehatan Mental, Dukungan SosialAbstract
Depression and social isolation are common mental health problems among older adults and significantly affect their quality of life. Family support plays an important protective role in preventing depression and social isolation in later life. This study aimed to review the role of family support in preventing depression and social isolation among older adults through a literature review approach. Articles were retrieved from Google Scholar and published between 2020 and 2026, with 10 studies meeting the inclusion criteria. The findings indicate that most studies reported a significant association between family support and lower levels of depression and social isolation among older adults. Emotional support, empathetic communication, and family involvement in daily activities were found to contribute positively to older adults’ mental health. However, among older adults living in nursing homes, family support was not always significantly associated with depression due to the presence of institutional support systems. In conclusion, family support plays a crucial role in maintaining older adults’ mental health and should be strengthened as part of promotive and preventive mental health strategies.
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