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J Community Health2026;51(1):109-123.February 1, 2026Journal Article
Community Health Perspectives on Middle-aged Adults Living Alone: A Scoping Review.
Jaehee Yoon1, Hyun-Ju Seo2, Youjin Jung3, Eun Jung Bae4, Joohyun Chung5, Sangsuk Kim6, Heesook Son7
1Wolchon Elementary School, 132, Mokdongjungang-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
2Chungnam National University, Jung-gu, Munhwa-ro 266, Daejeon, South Korea.
33~5F Health and Welfare Social Administration, 400 Neungdongro, Gwangjingu, Seoul, South Korea.
4Department of Nursing, Ansan University, 155 Ansan Daehak-ro, Sangnok-gu, Ansan-si, 15328, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea.
5College of Nursing, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 224 Skinner Hall, Amherst, MA, USA.
6Red Cross College of Nursing, Chung-Ang University, 84 Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, 06974, Republic of Korea. kss0530@cau.ac.kr.
7Red Cross College of Nursing, Chung-Ang University, 84 Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, 06974, Republic of Korea.
Abstract
This scoping review synthesizes evidence on the physical health, mental well-being, health behaviors, and overall quality of life of middle-aged adults living alone, highlighting its significance from a community health perspective. Recognizing the rapid growth of this demographic, this review evaluates the current research landscape, identifies critical gaps, and explores opportunities for target…
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