Social isolation in the elderly due to Covid 19 and provide a solution

Background: As the spread of the coronavirus spreads, older people are advised to usestrategies such as social isolation to protect themselves. It should be noted that lack ofsocial interaction and isolation for older people who are naturally somewhat depressedcan lead to increased anxiety and psychological disorders .The aim of this study was toinvestigate the social isolation in the elderly due to Covid 19 and provide a solution.Material and Methods: This systematic review has been done by searching the databasesof Web of sciences, Scopus, PubMed using the keywords Elderly, Mental Health,Depression, Corona and Covid 19 in the last 1 year in qualitative and quantitative full textarticles. After in-depth review, and application of inclusion criteria, articles appropriateto the subject and purpose of the study were included in the study.Results: The spread of COVID-19 virus will have a long-term and profound impact onthe health of the elderly worldwide. Social distance is an effective way to reduce itsprevalence in high-risk groups, but it can lead to social isolation and psycho-emotionaldisorders, which can weaken the immune system and lead to physical disorders. Solutionssuch as communication with the family, regular telephone counseling, encouraging funphysical activities, using social media while observing ethical and legal considerations,remote health services, and making people aware of the need for interaction, care andempathy. Keeping the elderly close to the elderly, keeping the elderly away from badnews, can play a major role in reducing the consequences of mental and physical healthof the elderly.Conclusions: In addition to health advice for the elderly, their mental health should alsobe considered. By developing health care systems, creating suitable conditions for theparticipation of the elderly in the home and community and providing a suitablesupportive environment in all aspects of life, steps can be taken towards a healthy aging.

کلیدواژه ها:

Elderly ، Mental Health ، Depression ، Corona ، Covid 19