Functional Limitations, Types of Social Support, and Depressive Symptoms in Young-Old and Old-Old People in Korea

Abstract

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) are essential for older adults to maintain independence and a good quality of life. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of IADLs on depressive symptoms and moderating effects of different types of social support among young-old and old-old people.

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