Feelings of uselessness and 3 ‐year mortality in an Italian community older people: the role of the functional status

ConclusionsPeople who reported disability problems and a feeling of uselessness may be vulnerable to an increased risk for poor health outcomes in later life. This study outlined the importance of enquiring about feelings of uselessness, which is a relational variable that is linked to both psychological and physical health status, especially in older people who need help in daily activities.
Source: Psychogeriatrics - Category: Geriatrics Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research