Multivariate predictors of morality in older people
| Study variable | Odds ratio | (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased risk of mortality | ||
| Emotional support—moderate | 0.47 | 0.32 to 0.70 |
| Emotional support—high | 0.67 | 0.47 to 0.98 |
| Stroke | 0.51 | 0.26 to 0.98 |
| Sex (women) | 0.64 | 0.45 to 0.90 |
| Mastery | 0.93 | 0.89 to 0.98 |
| Increased risk of mortality | ||
| Loneliness | 1.06 | 1.00 to 1.12 |
| Age (55–85 y) | 1.07 | 1.06 to 1.08 |
| Cardiac disease | 1.46 | 1.06 to 2.00 |
| Lung disease | 1.56 | 1.09 to 2.24 |
| Cancer | 1.71 | 1.13 to 2.58 |
| High instrumental support | 1.87 | 1.21 to 2.88 |
| Diabetes mellitus | 2.39 | 1.63 to 3.52 |
