The Stability of Social and Behavioral Rhythms and Unexpected Low Rate of Relevant Depressive Symptoms in Old Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Conclusions: Among elderlies who did not show an increased risk of depression during the lockdown, social and behavioral rhythms remained exceptionally stable during the same period. Considering previous evidence about rhythms dysregulation preceding depression, their stability may be considered a factor of resilience.PMID:38610769 | PMC:PMC11012795 | DOI:10.3390/jcm13072005

Source: Methods of Information in Medicine - April 13, 2024 Category: Information Technology Authors: Federica Sancassiani Giulia Cossu Elisa Cantone Ferdinando Romano Alessandra Perra Antonio Urban Samantha Pinna Stefano Del Giacco Roberto Littera Davide Firinu Luchino Chessa Enzo Tramontano Antonio Egidio Nardi Mauro Giovanni Carta Source Type: research