Publication Name	World Journal of Psychiatry
Manuscript ID	115489
Country	China

Category	Geriatrics & Gerontology
Manuscript Type	Randomized Controlled Trial
Article Title	Rehabilitation nursing with social support improves depression in elderly chronic disease patients based on advocacy promotion theory
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Li-Duo Wang, Hui Tang, Fen-Fang Lei, Xiao-Jun Ma, Kuang Yao, Jing Wang and Xi Cao
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Corresponding Author	Xi Cao, Chief Nurse, Department of Geriatrics, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No. 39 Renmin Middle Road, Furong District, Changsha 43000, Hunan Province, China. wliduo11@163.com
Key Words	Advocacy and promotion theory; Rehabilitation nursing; Chronic diseases of the elderly; Depression; Self-efficacy; Sleep quality; Quality of life
Core Tip	This study investigates the effectiveness of a rehabilitation nursing intervention, combining social support and advocacy-promotion theory, in reducing depressive symptoms among older adults with chronic conditions. It highlights the rising burden of age-related diseases, the intertwined relationship between chronic illness and mental health, and the urgent need for comprehensive interventions to improve elderly care and mental health outcomes. The findings aim to provide evidence for enhancing community health management and elderly care services.
Citation	Wang LD,Tang H, Lei FF, Ma XJ, Yao K, Wang J, Cao X. Rehabilitation nursing with social support improves depression in elderly chronic disease patients based on advocacy promotion theory. World J Psychiatry 2026; In press

Received	2025-11-18 09:29
Peer-Review Started	2025-11-18 09:29
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-12-09 07:00
Return for Revision	2025-12-09 07:00
Revised	2025-12-22 10:21
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-12-25 02:36
Second Decision by Editor	2026-02-03 02:39
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-02-03 09:51
Articles in Press	2026-02-03 09:51
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