Community social capital and all-cause mortality in Japan: Findings from the Adachi Cohort Study.

Hiroshi Murayama, Mika Sugiyama, Hiroki Inagaki, Ayako Edahiro, Fumiko Miyamae, Chiaki Ura, Keiko Motokawa, Tsuyoshi Okamura, Shuichi Awata

Research Team for Social Participation and Healthy Aging, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute for Geriatrics and Gerontology. · pubmed

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Abstract

Community social capital is associated with various health outcomes; however, its impact on mortality is not fully understood, particularly in non-Western settings. This study examined the association between community-level social capital and all-cause mortality among community-dwelling older Japanese adults.

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Research summary

The paper investigates the association between community social capital and all-cause mortality among older adults in Japan, which is relevant to longevity research as it touches on social determinants of health in aging populations. However, the findings are likely to be context-specific and may not significantly advance the broader understanding of aging mechanisms or lifespan extension. Thus, while it contributes to the field, its impact is limited.

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