Exploring the Impact of Social Engagement on the Mental Health of Elderly Individuals in India

This study explores how social interaction plays a critical role in determining the mental health outcomes of older adults in India. Given the rapidly ageing population and changing societal dynamics, it is critical to understand how social relationships affect older persons’ well-being. This study intends to explain the complex relationship between older Indians’ mental health and social involvement through an exploratory approach. Data was gathered from a varied sample of senior citizens in various parts of Delhi the National Capital of India using a mixed-methods technique. The frequency and caliber of social encounters, feelings of loneliness, and mental health markers including anxiety and sadness were all assessed using quantitative questionnaires. By offering actual data on the importance of social engagement for senior people’s mental health outcomes in the Indian setting, this study adds to the expanding body of research on geriatrics. The results highlight the need for focused interventions and policies that support social inclusion, intergenerational relationships, and the particular difficulties faced by ageing populations in quickly evolving cultures such as India. Also, we have documented that by and large female elderly enjoy a healthy mental life as compared to males.