scholarly journals Longitudinal relationships among depressive symptoms and three types of memory self-report in cognitively intact older adults

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 719-732 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikki L. Hill ◽  
Jacqueline Mogle ◽  
Sakshi Bhargava ◽  
Tyler Reed Bell ◽  
Iris Bhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
New York ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Memory Decline ◽  
Memory Problems ◽  
Aging Study ◽  
One Year ◽  
Cognitively Intact

ABSTRACTObjectives:The current study examined whether self-reported memory problems among cognitively intact older adults changed concurrently with, preceded, or followed depressive symptoms over time.Design:Data were collected annually via in-person comprehensive medical and neuropsychological examinations as part of the Einstein Aging Study.Setting:Community-dwelling older adults in an urban, multi-ethnic area of New York City were interviewed.Participants:The current study included a total of 1,162 older adults (Mage = 77.65, SD = 5.03, 63.39% female; 74.12% White). Data were utilized from up to 11 annual waves per participant.Measurements:Multilevel modeling tested concurrent and lagged associations between three types of memory self-report (frequency of memory problems, perceived one-year decline, and perceived ten-year decline) and depressive symptoms.Results:Results showed that self-reported frequency of memory problems covaried with depressive symptoms only in participants who were older at baseline. Changes in perceived one-year and ten-year memory decline were related to changes in depressive symptoms across all ages. Depressive symptoms increased the likelihood of perceived ten-year memory decline the next year; however, perceived ten-year memory decline did not predict future depressive symptoms. Additionally, no significant temporal relationship was observed between depressive symptoms and self-reported frequency of memory problems or perceived one-year memory decline.Conclusion:Our findings highlight the importance of testing the unique associations of different types of self-reported memory problems with depressive symptoms.

scholarly journals THE INFLUENCE OF PERSONALITY ON MEMORY SELF-REPORT AMONG BLACK AND WHITE OLDER ADULTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S220-S220
Author(s):  
Nikki Hill ◽  
Jacqueline Mogle ◽  
Sakshi Bhargava ◽  
Tyler Bell ◽  
Rachel Wion
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Racial Groups ◽  
Memory Decline ◽  
Black And White ◽  
Memory Problems ◽  
Aging Study ◽  
One Year

Abstract Personality traits, particularly neuroticism, have been associated with self-reported memory problems, but little is known regarding differences across racial groups. Community-dwelling older adults (n=425; M(SD) = 76.7(4.7) years; 62.6% female; 72.0% White) without cognitive impairment completed up to 11 annual comprehensive medical and neuropsychological examinations as part of the Einstein Aging Study. Multilevel modeling tested: 1) the association of neuroticism, conscientiousness, extraversion, openness, and agreeableness with three types of self-reported memory problems (frequency, one-year decline, and ten-year decline), and 2) whether these associations differed by race, specifically Black and White. Neuroticism predicted self-reported frequency of memory problems and perceived one-year decline when considered alone; however, this did not remain significant after including all personality traits. Conscientiousness influenced perceived ten-year memory decline in Black older adults but not White. Our findings suggest that the influence of personality on self-reported memory problems may not be consistent across racial groups.

scholarly journals Self-Reported Memory Problems Are Related to Depressive Symptoms in Older Adults With Certain Personality Traits

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 389-390
Author(s):  
Sakshi Bhargava ◽  
Nikki Hill ◽  
Jacqueline Mogle
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Memory Decline ◽  
Memory Problems ◽  
Neo Five Factor Inventory ◽  
Cognitively Intact ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract Self-reported memory problems and depressive symptoms tend to co-occur in older adults; however, this relationship may depend on personality traits and the type of self-reported memory assessed. Using a coordinated analytic framework, this study examined whether neuroticism, extraversion, and conscientiousness moderated the associations of older adults’ self-reported memory with depressive symptoms at between- and within-person levels across three large, longitudinal datasets (range=8-12 years of follow-up) of community-dwelling older adults with no evidence of cognitive impairment (n=427-6,960; Mage: 69.47- 75.94; 72-84% White; 60-64% Female). Assessments of depressive symptoms (GDS-15 or CES-D) and self-reported memory (perceived memory decline, frequency of forgetting, and current memory rating) were taken annually or biennially; personality was assessed via the IPIP or NEO Five-Factor Inventory. Results were largely consistent across datasets. Specifically, between persons, self-reported memory problems (including perceived memory decline, higher frequency of forgetting, and lower current memory rating) were related to higher depressive symptoms only among older adults higher in neuroticism. In one dataset, results supported a protective effect of conscientiousness such that higher frequency of forgetting was related to lower depressive symptoms among older adults higher in this trait. Within persons and across datasets, at times when perceived memory decline was reported, or current memory rating was lower, depressive symptoms tended to be higher only in older adults higher in neuroticism. Results demonstrate the importance of considering personality traits and the type of self-reported memory when examining associations among reports of memory problems and depressive symptoms in cognitively intact older adults.

scholarly journals LONGITUDINAL ASSOCIATIONS BETWEEN PERCEIVED STRESS AND MEMORY COMPLAINTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S220-S221
Author(s):  
Tyler Bell ◽  
Tyler Bell ◽  
Jacqueline Mogle ◽  
Nikki Hill
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Multilevel Models ◽  
Memory Decline ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Aging Study ◽  
One Year ◽  
Stress Influences ◽  
Cognitively Intact ◽  
With Memory

Abstract Memory complaints increase cognitive decline but show weak concurrent associations with objective memory. Instead, affect might underlie some memory complaints and their impact on future cognition. Perceived stress influences cognitive performance, but temporal associations with memory complaints is unknown. We therefore explored longitudinal relationships between perceived stress and memory complaints among cognitively normal older adults. From the Einstein Aging Study (n=507, Mage=77.88, 63.30% female; 73.21% White), multilevel models examined bi-directional concurrent and one-year-lagged associations between within-person changes in perceived stress and memory complaints (frequency of forgetting, perceived one-year memory decline, perceived ten-year memory decline). Perceived stress positively covaried with memory complaints. Looking at lagged effects, only frequency of forgetting predicted next-year perceived stress. Higher frequency of forgetting thus increases perceived stress while perceived decline associates with current perceived stress. Reframing perceptions of forgetfulness might reduce stress in cognitively intact older adults, which in turn may benefit cognition long term.

scholarly journals PERSONALITY AND FAMILY HISTORY OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AS PREDICTORS OF OLDER ADULTS’ SELF-REPORTED MEMORY PROBLEMS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S220-S220
Author(s):  
Sakshi Bhargava ◽  
Nikki Hill ◽  
Jacqueline Mogle ◽  
Tyler R Bell ◽  
Rachel Wion
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Family History ◽  
Multilevel Modeling ◽  
Individual Factors ◽  
Memory Decline ◽  
Memory Problems ◽  
History Of ◽  
One Year

Abstract Understanding individual factors (e.g., personality) associated with self-reported memory problems is important to refine identification of individuals at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Using multilevel modeling, we examined the association of family history of AD and personality traits with self-reported memory problems in older adults (n = 421; 72.21% White; 62.95% female; Mage = 76.69). Results showed that individuals with a family history of AD reported more frequent memory problems and greater one-year memory decline. Similar findings were reported for individuals with higher extraversion scores. Further, older adults with higher neuroticism scores reported greater one- and ten-year memory decline. Neuroticism was positively related to frequency of memory problems, but only among participants with a family history of AD. Findings suggest that higher neuroticism and lower extraversion may increase older adults’ reports of memory problems. Family history of AD may further exacerbate this tendency.

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF RELIGIOSITY IN DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS AMONG CHINESE OLDER ADULTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S976-S976
Author(s):  
Ru Jia ◽  
Dexia Kong ◽  
XinQi Dong
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Religious Activities ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Research Attention ◽  
Chinese Older Adults ◽  
Religious Services ◽  
At Home

Abstract This study aims to examine the relationship between religiosity and depressive symptoms in a large cohort of community-dwelling U.S. Chinese older adults living in the Greater Chicago area, which has received relatively little research attention. Cross-sectional self-report data was obtained from the Population Study of Chinese Elderly in Chicago between 2011 and 2013 (N=3,157). Depressive symptoms were measured by the nine-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). A score of 5 and above indicated the presence of clinically significant depressive symptoms. Logistic regression analyses were conducted to examine the association between religiosity and depressive symptoms. Out of 3,157 participants, 20.3% participants had a score of or above 5 on PHQ-9. 35.4% reported religiosity as being “important” (24.7%) and “very important” (10.7%); 16% reported attending organized religious services at least once a month (3.1% reported once a month; 12.3% reported once a week; 0.6% reported almost every day); 23% reported having religious services at home at least once a month (10.3% reported once a month; 3.2% reported once a week; 9.5% reported almost daily). Results showed that recognizing religiosity as important is significantly negatively associated with depressive symptoms (odds ratio [OR]=0.94, 95% confidence interval [CI]=0.89-0.99). However, no significant associations between depressive symptoms and religious activity attendance or religious service at home were observed. Findings suggest that senses of belonging and life meaning may help reduce depressive symptoms, rather than the religious activities per se. Future interventions could reduce depressive symptoms of U.S. Chinese older adults through religiosity.

scholarly journals Quality of life (QOL) of older adult community choral singers in Finland

2013 ◽  
Vol 25 (7) ◽  
pp. 1055-1064 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julene K. Johnson ◽  
Jukka Louhivuori ◽  
Anita L. Stewart ◽  
Asko Tolvanen ◽  
Leslie Ross ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Older Adult ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Choral Singing ◽  
Community Choir

ABSTRACTBackground: Enhancing quality of life (QOL) of older adults is an international area of focus. Identifying factors and experiences that contribute to QOL of older adults helps promote optimal levels of functioning. This study examines the relationship between perceived benefits associated with choral singing and QOL among community-dwelling older adults.Methods: One hundred seventeen older adults who sing in community choirs in Jyväskylä, Finland, completed self-report measures of QOL (WHOQOL-Bref), depressive symptoms, and a questionnaire about the benefits of singing in choir. Correlational analyses and linear regression models were used to examine the association between the benefits of singing in choir and QOL.Results: Both correlation and regression analyses found significant relationships between the benefits of choral singing and three QOL domains: psychological, social relationships, and environment. These associations remained significant after adjusting for age and depressive symptoms. As hypothesized, older choral singers who reported greater benefits of choir singing had higher QOL in multiple domains. The older choral singers in the study also reported few symptoms of depression and high overall QOL and satisfaction with health.Conclusion: Results suggest that singing in a community choir as an older adult may positively influence several aspects of QOL. These results suggest that community choral singing may be one potential avenue for promoting QOL in older adults.

scholarly journals Factors associated with depressive symptoms measured by the 12-item General Health Questionnaire in Community-Dwelling Older Adults (The Bambuí Health Aging Study)

2008 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 104-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Érico Castro-Costa ◽  
Maria Fernanda Lima-Costa ◽  
Sandra Carvalhais ◽  
Josélia O A Firmo ◽  
Elizabeth Uchoa
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
General Health ◽  
General Health Questionnaire ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Health Questionnaire ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Health Aging ◽  
Aging Study ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

OBJECTIVE: To investigate factors associated with depressive symptoms in community-dwelling older adults. METHOD: This study evaluated 1,510 participants of the Bambuí Health Aging Study baseline. The dependent variable was the presence of depressive symptoms assessed by the 12-item General Health Questionnaire and predictive variables were sociodemographic characteristics, social support network, lifestyle and health conditions. RESULTS: The prevalence of depressive symptoms was 38.5% (12-item General Health Questionnaire ≥ 5). Depressive symptoms were positively and independently associated with female gender (PR = 1.15; 95%CI 1.01-1.33), aged 80 years or over (PR = 1.22; 95%CI: 1.02-1.54) compared with 60-69 years, single (PR = 1.25; 95%CI: 1.02-1.46) or separated (PR = 1.30; 95%CI: 1.03-1.65) marital status, less than 4 years of schooling (PR = 1.42; 95%CI: 1.04-2.00), self-reported global health (reasonable: PR = 1.84; 95%CI 1.45-2.34; bad or very bad: PR = 2.44; 95%CI 1.91-3.12), incapacity or great difficulty in performing daily activities (PR = 1.39; 95%CI: 1.22-1.57) and complaint of insomnia in the last month (PR = 1.77; 95%CI: 1.22-1.99). CONCLUSION: The similarities between factors associated with depressive symptoms in this population and in others do not explain the high prevalence rates previously reported in Bambuí. These findings may guide efforts to investigate others factors to elucidate the etiopathogenesis of depression in this population.

scholarly journals Depressive Symptoms Predict Incident Dementia in a Community Sample of Older Adults: Results From the Einstein Aging Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Ezzati ◽  
Mindy J. Katz ◽  
Carol A. Derby ◽  
Molly E. Zimmerman ◽  
Richard B. Lipton
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Geriatric Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Incident Dementia ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Aging Study

Background: There is increasing evidence that depressive symptoms are associated with increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia in older adults. In current study, we aimed to investigate the effect of depressive symptoms on incident Alzheimer disease and all-cause dementia in a community sample of older adults. Methods: Participants were 1219 older adults from the Einstein Aging Study, a longitudinal cohort study of community-dwelling older adults in Bronx County, New York. The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS, 15-item) was used as a measure of depressive symptoms. The primary outcome was incident dementia diagnosed using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fourth Edition, criteria. Cox proportional hazard models were used to estimate the risk of incident dementia as a function of GDS score for the whole population and also for 2 different time intervals, <3 years and ≥3 years after baseline assessment. Results: Among participants, 132 individuals developed dementia over an average 4.5 years (standard deviation [SD] = 3.5) of follow-up. Participants had an average age of 78.3 (SD = 5.4) at baseline, and 62% were women. Among all participants, after controlling for demographic variables and medical comorbidities, a 1-point increase in GDS was associated with higher incidence of dementia (hazard ratio [HR] = 1.11, P = .007). After up to 3 years of follow-up, depressive symptoms were not significantly associated with dementia incidence (HR = 1.09; P = .070). However, after more than 3 years, GDS score was a significant predictor of incident dementia (HR = 1.13, P = .028). Conclusions: Our results suggest that depressive symptoms are associated with an increased risk of incident dementia in older adults.

scholarly journals Combined Influences of Dementia Exposure and Personality on Self-Reported Memory Problems

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 ◽  
pp. 153331751989979
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Mogle ◽  
Nikki L. Hill ◽  
Tyler Reed Bell ◽  
Sakshi Bhargava ◽  
Emily Bratlee-Whitaker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Degree Relative ◽  
Memory Decline ◽  
The Past ◽  
Memory Problems ◽  
Aging Study ◽  
History Of ◽  
Time Future

The current study investigated whether having a first-degree relative with dementia influenced older adults’ self-reported memory, if personality traits moderated these associations, and whether these associations differed by the type of item asked (ie, frequency of memory problems vs perceived memory decline). Data drawn from the Einstein Aging study included 454 older adults ( M age = 76.64, standard deviation = 4.77, 66.96% white, and 63% female). Multilevel modeling analyses showed participants who had a first-degree relative with dementia reported more frequent memory problems and were more likely to report memory decline over the past year. Among participants with a first-degree relative with dementia, higher levels of neuroticism were related to reports of more frequent memory problems at baseline, whereas higher levels of conscientiousness and lower levels of extraversion were related to reports of more frequent memory problems over time. Future research should consider personality traits and family history of dementia as potential contributors to self-reported memory problems.

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