Exploring the Relationship Between Living Arrangements and Cognitive Function in Older Adults of Kermanshah City (2022–2023)

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TitleExploring the Relationship Between Living Arrangements and Cognitive Function in Older Adults of Kermanshah City (2022–2023)
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2024
AuthorsSharifi S, Khaledi-Paveh B, Salari N, Rahmati M
JournalAgeing International
Date Published04/2024
KeywordsAged, cognitive function, living arrangements, older adults
Abstract

Objectives

The cognitive function of older adults is an important indicator of healthy aging. Living arrangements have been identified as a potentially important factor affecting cognitive function among older adults. This study investigated the relationship between living arrangements and cognitive function among older adults aged 65 years and older in Kermanshah City, Iran.

Methods

The cross-sectional study design was used in this study. Participants aged 65 years and older in Kermanshah City, Iran were recruited for the study. The Neuropsychiatric Unit Cognitive Assessment (NUCOG) was used to assess cognitive function, and demographic information was collected to assess living arrangements.

Results

The study found that cognitive function was generally within the normal range among older adults, and that age, education level, and living arrangements were significantly associated with cognitive performance.

Discussion

These results highlight the importance of considering demographic factors when developing interventions aimed at promoting cognitive health among older adults.
URLhttps://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12126-024-09562-z#citeas
DOI10.1007/s12126-024-09562-z
Alternate JournalAgeing Int
Country: 
Iran
Method: 
Quantitative
Design: 
PLACI vs PLOCI vs PLA vs PLO