Is social isolation linked to shorter survival in Japanese adults over 65?

Social Isolation & Longevity1 min readUpdated May 29, 2026

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We analyzed the available evidence and found that among Japanese adults over 65, social isolation is associated with a shorter lifespan. Specifically, those who experience social isolation lived about 69.5 days less over a 9.4-year period compared to those who were more socially connected, even...

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Sociodemographic heterogeneity in the association between social isolation and all-cause mortality among Japanese older adults: JAGES longitudinal panel study

DOI: 10.1016/j.lanwpc.2025.101691

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May 29, 2026·Last updated May 29, 2026
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