Impact of social isolation and coping strategies in older adults with mild cognitive impairment during the covid-19 pandemic: A qualitative study

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dc.contributor.authorFarhang, Maryam
dc.contributor.authorMiranda-Castillo, Claudia
dc.contributor.authorIsabel Behrens, Maria
dc.contributor.authorCastillo, Eduardo
dc.contributor.authorMosquera Amar, Sandra
dc.contributor.authorRojas, Graciela
dc.date.accessioned2025-01-20T22:01:55Z
dc.date.available2025-01-20T22:01:55Z
dc.date.issued2022
dc.description.abstractThe COVID-19 pandemic imposed a psychological burden on elderly and particularly individuals with cognitive impairment and dementia. Few studies have investigated the quarantine experiences of older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Objectives The objective of this study was to explore the experiences and feelings of older adults with MCI during the COVID-19 outbreak in Chile and to know what strategies they used to overcome social isolation. Method A qualitative design was used. Ten participants with a diagnosis of MCI took part in this study. All interviews were recorded and coded using thematic analysis. Results The thematic analysis identified three themes related to the quarantine experience of older adults with MCI diagnosis: (1) Effects of social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic (2) Believes, feelings and behaviors about the SARS-CoV-2 virus (3) Coping with social isolation/response to difficulties during the pandemic. It was found that older adults with MCI have been mainly psychologically and socially affected by social distancing and isolation, particularly individuals who were alone during COVID-19 outbreak. The only physical dimension negatively affected was the level of activity. Social isolation led to a significant number of negative emotions such as anger, fear of contracting the virus or possibility of contagion for their families, worries and sadness as well as emotional loneliness. It is noteworthy that the majority of participants have used several coping strategies during this challenging time. Conclusion Since social isolation and a sedentary life have been associated with poorer cognition and functionality in people with MCI, a rational plan to both prevent the progression of cognitive decline and to increase social contact, is essential. Special attention must be drawn to maintaining people physically active at home and keeping their daily routine (within the possibilities) and also to ensure social connectedness through technology. Implementation of these measures could potentially reduce negative emotions during the pandemic.
dc.fuente.origenWOS
dc.identifier.doi10.1080/13607863.2021.1958145
dc.identifier.eissn1364-6915
dc.identifier.issn1360-7863
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1080/13607863.2021.1958145
dc.identifier.urihttps://repositorio.uc.cl/handle/11534/93908
dc.identifier.wosidWOS:000684156600001
dc.issue.numero7
dc.language.isoen
dc.pagina.final1416
dc.pagina.inicio1395
dc.revistaAging & mental health
dc.rightsacceso restringido
dc.subjectCOVID-19 pandemic
dc.subjectquarantine experience
dc.subjectolder adults
dc.subjectmild cognitive impairment
dc.subjectqualitative study
dc.subject.ods03 Good Health and Well-being
dc.subject.odspa03 Salud y bienestar
dc.titleImpact of social isolation and coping strategies in older adults with mild cognitive impairment during the covid-19 pandemic: A qualitative study
dc.typeartículo
dc.volumen26
sipa.indexWOS
sipa.trazabilidadWOS;2025-01-12
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