Abstract
Social isolation and social disconnectedness have resulted in some older adults ending their lives by suicide; therefore, improving social connectedness has become an integral part of suicide prevention programmes. The purpose of this literature review was to assess the impact of social connectedness interventions for preventing suicide in older adults. It is evident that interventions aimed at promoting social connectedness are intended to alleviate stress and depressive symptoms due to social separation and traumatic life events, and improve resilience, allowing people to manage their difficult situations. Improving connectedness beyond the individual level has the potential to reduce the risk of suicide, and as a suicide prevention strategy, it has given promising hope for authorities in minimising the suicidal crisis. Improved interpersonal relationships among individuals not only diminish suicide-related morbidity and mortality but also enhance the psychosocial wellbeing of older adults.
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