Abstract: Although many studies across the world and in Kenya have focused on the elderly, limited research has given attention to the correlation between psychosocial support and loneliness in this population. The purpose of this study was to examine the correlation between psychosocial support and loneliness among older adults in Mathira West sub-County, Kenya. Adults aged 55 and above who live in Mathira West sub-county in Kenya were the target population. Cross-sectional research design was be adopted. Purposive sampling technique was employed to select 328 participants. Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) was used to collect data. Descriptive and inferential statistics such as frequencies, percentages, and logistic regression were calculated. Results indicated that psychosocial support and loneliness are correlated. The findings of this study will inform policy formulation and planning in Nyeri County with regards to psychosocial support of the older adults.
Key Words: Psychosocial Support, Clinical Loneliness, Aging
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