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| Author/Association: | Shvedko A, Whittaker AC, Thompson JL, Greig CA |
| Title: | Physical activity interventions for treatment of social isolation, loneliness or low social support in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials [with consumer summary] |
| Source: | Psychology of Sport and Exercise 2018 Jan;34:128-137 |
| Method: | systematic review |
| Method Score: | This is a systematic review. Systematic reviews are not rated. |
| Consumer Summary: | HIGHLIGHTS: Loneliness and social isolation negatively impact quality of life of older adults. The effect of PA on psychosocial outcomes in older adults is inconsistent and available evidence needs to be systematically reviewed. A novel systematic review of randomised controlled trials is needed in order to synthesise and evaluate the current literature. |
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