August 7, 2025HealthcareOpen Access

The Multi-Level Influencing Factors of Internet Use Among the Elderly Population and Its Association with Mental Health Promotion: Empirical Research Based on Mixed Cross-Sectional Data

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MAIN FINDING: Internet use positively influences mental health in the elderly, leading to lower depressive tendencies.
KEY EVIDENCE: Higher education and family technical support correlate with increased internet usage among older adults.
APPROACH: A mixed cross-sectional dataset from the 2021 China General Social Survey was analyzed using logistic and OLS regression.
SIGNIFICANCE: Findings advocate for policies promoting digital integration and mental health interventions for healthier aging.

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Mixed cross-sectional data reveals internet use enhances mental health in the elderly, suggesting greater family and social support is crucial.

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Mixed cross-sectional data reveals internet use enhances mental health in the elderly, suggesting greater family and social support is crucial.