Digital Pathways to Reducing Depression Among Aging Populations Through the “Broadband China” Pilot Program: Quasi-Natural Experiment

Digital infrastructure reduces depressive symptoms among aging populations mainly by strengthening social networks. Embedding infrastructure into long-term strategies, enhancing digital literacy, and integrating digital health services are key to promoting healthy aging and reducing inequalities.

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JMIR Aging
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2025-10-27
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https://doi.org/10.2196/79260
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Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
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Digital Pathways to Reducing Depression Among Aging Populations Through the “Broadband China” Pilot Program: Quasi-Natural Experiment

Zhiying Li
JMIR Aging
Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
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Digital Pathways to Reducing Depression Among Aging Populations Through the “Broadband China” Pilot Program: Quasi-Natural Experiment

Zhiying Li
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Abstract

Digital infrastructure reduces depressive symptoms among aging populations mainly by strengthening social networks. Embedding infrastructure into long-term strategies, enhancing digital literacy, and integrating digital health services are key to promoting healthy aging and reducing inequalities.

JMIR AgingVol. 8
Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CN), University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
Openalex Percentile: Top 59%
Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
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