Men’s Lives Get Worse After Spousal Loss, Women’s Lives Generally Get Healthier
Koichiro Shiba, a professor of Epidemiology, was featured in coverage by Women’s Health titled “Men’s Lives Get Worse After Spousal Loss, Women’s Lives Generally Get Healthier.”
The article highlights research showing that men tend to experience declines in physical and mental health after losing a spouse, while women often report stable or even improved well-being over time.
“The effect of spousal loss on well-being is likely a product of psychological reactions to losing one’s loved one, disruptive changes in social connectedness, and other social environments that may modify the effects of spousal loss,” says Koichiro Shiba, PhD
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