title: Loneliness: a challenge for nurses caring for older people.
abstract: Loneliness is a complex concept that involves both psychological and social aspects. This article explores loneliness and the impact it can have on older people. It considers the challenges facing nurses and other healthcare professionals in helping older people to deal with loneliness.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College, Dublin.
authors.forename: Fiona
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Murphy
mesh_terms: D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged / Q000523:psychology*; D003863:Depression / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000458:organization & administration; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D008132:Loneliness / Q000523:psychology*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration; D011788:Quality of Life; D012307:Risk Factors; D012934:Social Isolation / Q000523:psychology; D012944:Social Support