Loneliness and Public Transportation Cards for Older People
Author Information
Author(s): Mercan Murat, Yigit Oykum, Yurekli Hulya, Aslan Ilker
Primary Institution: Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul
Hypothesis
Discounted and free transportation cards for seniors can reduce loneliness and social isolation.
Conclusion
The study found that increased public transportation usage is associated with lower levels of loneliness among older individuals.
Supporting Evidence
- The analysis utilized more than 400 million observations.
- The findings indicate an inverse relationship between loneliness and public transportation usage among older people.
Takeaway
Giving older people free or discounted bus passes can help them feel less lonely because they can get out and about more.
Methodology
The study used big data analysis of transportation data and a representative survey among individuals aged 50 and over.
Limitations
The study is limited by the number of existing studies on the topic.
Participant Demographics
Individuals aged 50 and over in Istanbul.
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