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The Impact of Social Isolation on the Subjective Well-Being of Older People in China: An Empirical Analysis Based on the 2021 China General Social Survey

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  • Keikoh Ryu

    (Graduate School of Business Administration, Keio University, Yokohama 2238526, Japan)

  • Zaiqing Chen

    (Graduate School of Business Administration, Keio University, Yokohama 2238526, Japan)

Abstract

This study focuses on the psychological state and economic preparedness of socially isolated older individuals in China’s rapidly aging society. Both a simple model and an extended model were developed and tested to explore the impact of social isolation on the subjective well-being of older adults by analyzing how social isolation, self-assessment of health, and anxiety about old age affect subjective well-being. The results indicated that both social isolation and self-assessment of health have a strong influence on subjective well-being, and that social isolation significantly alters older individuals’ perception of caregiving responsibility. While private insurance participation had a significant impact on the well-being of younger individuals, its effect on older adults was limited. These findings provide valuable insights for improving support systems for older people.

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  • Keikoh Ryu & Zaiqing Chen, 2025. "The Impact of Social Isolation on the Subjective Well-Being of Older People in China: An Empirical Analysis Based on the 2021 China General Social Survey," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 22(4), pages 1-20, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:22:y:2025:i:4:p:501-:d:1620771
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