168491 20260209162330.0 doi 10.3928/00989134-20251111-02 sideral 147774 ART-2025-147774 eng Viso, Miriam Carmena del Social Support Networks and Mental Health Among Older Adults Residing in a Nursing Home: A Qualitative Study 2025 Purpose: Social support networks are essential for maintaining quality of life among older adults, particularly in nursing homes where loneliness and isolation are common. The current study analyzed the perceived impact of formal and informal social support networks on emotional well-being and evaluated recreational activities as factors promoting social connections among older adult residents in Spain. Method: A qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with seven nursing home residents. Data were analyzed thematically to identify key aspects of social support and well-being. Results:Participants highlighted the importance of family visits, peer relationships, and nursing staff support in enhancing emotional well-being. Although many reported satisfaction with their social environment, some expressed a need for more diverse recreational activities to foster social interaction. Maintaining external connections was also deemed essential. Conclusion: Strengthening social support networks and increasing opportunities for meaningful social engagement can significantly improve the emotional well-being of older adults residing in long-term care facilities. Access copy available to the general public Unrestricted info:eu-repo/semantics/embargoedAccess All rights reserved http://www.europeana.eu/rights/rr-f/ info:eu-repo/semantics/article info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersion Mazas, Alejandro Navarrete-Villanueva, David Universidad de Zaragoza (orcid)0000-0001-6523-5511 Navas-Ferrer, Carlos Universidad de Zaragoza (orcid)0000-0003-2887-7835 Iguacel, Isabel Universidad de Zaragoza (orcid)0000-0003-4242-5464 1006 255 Universidad de Zaragoza Dpto. Fisiatría y Enfermería Área Enfermería (2025), 1-8 Journal of Gerontological Nursing Journal of Gerontological Nursing 0098-9134 331727 http://zaguan.unizar.es/record/168491/files/texto_completo.pdf Postprint info:eu-repo/date/embargoEnd/2026-11-19 872203 http://zaguan.unizar.es/record/168491/files/texto_completo.jpg?subformat=icon icon Postprint info:eu-repo/date/embargoEnd/2026-11-19 oai:zaguan.unizar.es:168491 articulos driver 2026-02-09-14:42:03 ARTICLE