Assessing Disparities in Depression and Loneliness Between Older Immigrants and Natives: A SHARE Data Analysis for Luxembourg & Switzerland

This study highlights significant disparities between older immigrants and non-immigrants, with depression and loneliness emerging as key components of mental health in this population. The findings underscore the importance of considering factors such as sex, area of residence, and social network when developing policies and interventions to support the mental health of older immigrants. Addressing these mental health challenges may help mitigate the risk of dementia in this vulnerable group.

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Alzheimer s & Dementia
Published
2025-12-01
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https://doi.org/10.1002/alz70860_103879
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Migration, Health and Trauma
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Assessing Disparities in Depression and Loneliness Between Older Immigrants and Natives: A SHARE Data Analysis for Luxembourg & Switzerland

Joana Carvalheiro, Anja Leist, Ana Carolina Teixeira Santos
Alzheimer s & Dementia
Migration, Health and Trauma
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Assessing Disparities in Depression and Loneliness Between Older Immigrants and Natives: A SHARE Data Analysis for Luxembourg & Switzerland

Joana Carvalheiro, Anja Leist, Ana Carolina Teixeira Santos
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Abstract

This study highlights significant disparities between older immigrants and non-immigrants, with depression and loneliness emerging as key components of mental health in this population. The findings underscore the importance of considering factors such as sex, area of residence, and social network when developing policies and interventions to support the mental health of older immigrants. Addressing these mental health challenges may help mitigate the risk of dementia in this vulnerable group.

Alzheimer s & DementiaVol. 21(S6)
University of Luxembourg (LU), University of Glasgow (GB)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 28%
Migration, Health and Trauma
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