Intrinsic Capacity and Instrumental Activity of Daily Living Among Community Dwelling Elderly in China: The Mediating Effect of Two‐Way Social Support and Sense of Coherence

To mitigate the impact of declining IC on IADL among community-dwelling elderly, to sustain independent living, and to reduce the risk of progression to illness and disability, this study proposes two-way social support and SOC as potential effective intervention targets. This conclusion holds implications for the assessment and intervention of elderly health, as well as the formulation of public health policies.