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[Reference standards for the loneliness scale].

T G van Tilburg1, J de Jong Gierveld

  • 1Inderdisciplinair Demografisch Instituut, Den Haag en VUA. TilburgTGvan@scw.vu.nl

Tijdschrift Voor Gerontologie En Geriatrie
|September 16, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This study re-evaluates loneliness measurement using self-assessed data from 3,823 older adults. Findings reveal a higher prevalence of non-lonely individuals when using perception-based cutting scores on the Loneliness Scale.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Psychometrics
  • Social Science

Context:

  • Loneliness is a significant concern in aging populations.
  • Accurate measurement of loneliness is crucial for effective interventions.
  • Previous studies may have overestimated loneliness due to arbitrary cutting scores.

Purpose:

  • To establish appropriate cutting scores for the Loneliness Scale based on self-assessment.
  • To differentiate between lonely and not lonely individuals in older adults.
  • To provide a more accurate prevalence of loneliness in the elderly population.

Summary:

  • Analyzed self-assessed loneliness data from 3,823 independent older adults (54-89 years).
  • Utilized perception-based cutting scores on the Loneliness Scale for measurement.
  • Results: 68% not lonely, 28% moderately lonely, 4% quite lonely.

Impact:

  • Revises the understanding of loneliness prevalence in older adults.
  • Highlights the importance of subjective perception in psychological measurement.
  • Informs future research and interventions for elderly well-being.

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