The influence of intergenerational relationships on depressive symptoms in elderly patients with multiple chronic conditions: the mediating roles of self-rated health and well-being
Intergenerational relationships can reduce depressive symptoms among elderly patients with multiple chronic conditions by enhancing self-rated health and well-being. These findings highlight the importance of family support and emotional communication in mental health interventions for older adults. Therefore, healthcare professionals should incorporate family support and encourage positive intergenerational relationships when designing interventions to foster a supportive environment and improve quality of life.
Authors
- Wenjia Feng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6320-3927)
- Runlin Gao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2425-2005)
- Anning Ma
- Weiqin Cai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9228-9918)
- Jing Qi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9558-6742)
- Qianqian Gao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9858-4187)
- Pengxin Geng
- Huaiju Ge
Institutions
- Weifang Medical University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Public Health
- Published
- 2025-04-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-22759-4
- Citations
- 7
- Primary Topic
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 15.17
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China
- Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province