Table 4.
Comparison of the mood state of the older adults in 2020 and 2021.
| Mood | Social isolation 2020 (n = 82) Mean ± SD | Social isolation 2021 (n = 68) Mean ± SD | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tension | 4.03 ± 2.9 | 3.25 ± 2.0 | 0.061 |
| Depression | 2.82 ± 2.9 | 2.11 ± 2.9 | 0.028* |
| Anger | 2.03 ± 3.0 | 1.48 ± 2.4 | 0.161 |
| Vigor | 6.93 ± 3.4 | 7.64 ± 3.7 | 0.291 |
| Fatigue | 3.28 ± 3.4 | 2.17 ± 3.1 | 0.005* |
| Confusion | 2.71 ± 2.6 | 2.02 ± 2.5 | 0.038* |
SD, Standard derivation; *Statistical significance at p < 0.05.
Mann–Whitney U Test.