scholarly journals Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome: Prevalence and Cognitive Performance

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 594-594
Author(s):  
Isabela Marquez ◽  
Carlos Cano ◽  
Elkin Garcia-Cifuentes
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Older Adult ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Cognitive Risk ◽  
Confounding Variables ◽  
Overall Mortality

Abstract Cognitive decline and dementia have a significant impact older adult. Motor Cognitive Risk Syndrome (MCRS) is a pre-dementia stage where slow gait speed and subjective memory complaints are present. MCRS increases the risk of frailty, dementia, disability, falls and overall mortality. We used data from the SABE Colombia study (Health, Well-Being, and Aging) conducted in 2015 in adults aged 60 years and older. After adjusting for confounding variables MCRS was associated with MMSE (OR 0.90, CI 0.82-0.99), pre-frail (OR 9.1, CI 3.26-25.47) and frail (OR 21.38, CI 6.30-72.57). This study found a prevalence of 5.45% of MCRS in Colombian older adults. We found an associations between cognitive performance (MMSE), frailty and MCRS. Our results increase the awareness of a pre-dementia stages different to Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), as these individuals are at greater risk than those with MCI to develop dementia.

scholarly journals SUBJECTIVE MEMORY COMPLAINTS AND COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE: THE MODERATING ROLE OF DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S654-S654
Author(s):  
Elizabeth A Gallagher
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Episodic Memory ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Memory Performance ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Cognitive health is a rising public health concern in the U.S. Currently, approximately 5.7 million older adults suffer from Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and by the year 2050 this number is expected to increase to 14 million. Subjective memory complaints (SMC) are shown to be an early indicator of cognitive decline, and accordingly included as a clinical criterion for diagnoses of MCI, an indicator of pre-dementia states, and a research criterion for AD diagnoses. Among older adults, depressive symptoms hinder the accuracy of memory self-ratings. However, there has yet to be consensus regarding the nature of how depressive symptoms may condition the relationship between SMC and cognitive performance. The aims of the present study are to both investigate whether SMC is related to episodic memory and to determine whether depressive symptoms act as a moderator for the relationship between SMC and episodic memory among older adults. This research used nationally representative sample of 8,123 older adults aged 65 and older who completed the Leave Behind Questionnaire in the 2012 and 2014 waves of the Health and Retirement Study. Linear regression was performed and results showed that there was a significant main effect of SMC on episodic memory performance, in that older adults with increased SMC have worse episodic memory. There was also a significant moderating effect of depressive symptoms, in that depressive symptoms cause older adults to underestimate their memory abilities. In order to use SMC as a tool for early detection efforts it is critical to understand these complex relationships.

Memory Compensation Strategies in Older People with Mild Cognitive Impairment

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 86-96
Author(s):  
Pinghsiu Lin ◽  
Haley M. LaMonica ◽  
Sharon L. Naismith ◽  
Loren Mowszowski
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Strategy Use ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Memory Strategy

AbstractObjectives:With the rapid growth of the older population worldwide, understanding how older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) use memory strategies to mitigate cognitive decline is important. This study investigates differences between amnestic and nonamnestic MCI subtypes in memory strategy use in daily life, and how factors associated with cognition, general health, and psychological well-being might relate to strategy use.Methods:One hundred forty-eight participants with MCI (mean age = 67.9 years, SD = 8.9) completed comprehensive neuropsychological, medical, and psychological assessments, and the self-report ‘Memory Compensation Questionnaire’. Correlational and linear regression analyses were used to explore relationships between memory strategy use and cognition, general health, and psychological well-being.Results:Memory strategy use does not differ between MCI subtypes (p > .007) despite higher subjective everyday memory complaints in those with amnestic MCI (p = .03). The most marked finding showed that increased reliance-type strategy use was significantly correlated with more subjective memory complaints and poorer verbal learning and memory (p < .01) in individuals with MCI. Moreover, fewer subjective memory complaints and better working memory significantly predicted (p < .05) less reliance strategy use, respectively, accounting for 10.6% and 5.3% of the variance in the model.Conclusions:In general, the type of strategy use in older adults with MCI is related to cognitive functioning. By examining an individual’s profile of cognitive dysfunction, a clinician can provide more personalized clinical recommendations regarding strategy use to individuals with MCI, with the aim of maintaining their day-to-day functioning and self-efficacy in daily life.

scholarly journals Subjective Memory Complaints, Cognitive Performance, and Psychological Factors in Healthy Older Adults

2013 ◽  
Vol 28 (8) ◽  
pp. 776-783 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susanne I. Steinberg ◽  
Selamawit Negash ◽  
Mary D. Sammel ◽  
Hillary Bogner ◽  
Brian T. Harel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Healthy Older Adults ◽  
Memory Complaints

P3-333: SUBJECTIVE MEMORY COMPLAINTS AND COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE IN A POPULATION OF HEALTHY OLDER ADULTS ATTENDING PRIMARY CARE CENTERS IN SANTIAGO, CHILE

2006 ◽  
Vol 14 (7S_Part_23) ◽  
pp. P1208-P1208
Author(s):  
Teresa Parrao ◽  
Daniela Thumala ◽  
Patricia Lillo ◽  
Gonzalo Forno ◽  
Helene Amieva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Healthy Older Adults ◽  
Memory Complaints

scholarly journals High Mean Arterial Pressure is Associated with Better Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Subjective Memory Complaints

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ada Wai Tung Fung ◽  
Allen Ting Chun Lee ◽  
Sukling Ma
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Mean Arterial Pressure ◽  
Arterial Pressure ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Global Cognitive Function

Abstract Background: Hypertension has been shown to be a major risk factor for cognitive decline, but little is known about its association with subjective memory complaints (SMC) in late life. The study is to examine if hypertension is associated with SMC and to explore which blood pressure (BP) is more important in this group.Methods: 497 non-demented older adults aged 60 years or older were interviewed. Hypertension is defined as a BP higher than 130/80 mmHg or on antihypertensive medication. SMC are measured by a validated 5-item Abbreviate Memory Inventory for the Chinese (AMIC) assessing subjective memory deficits in the past month. Cognitive performance was measured by a neurocognitive battery assessing global cognitive function and executive function (EF). Linear regression was performed to examine how different BP associate with AMIC and cognitive performance with adjustment for sociodemographic and physical factors.Results: Hypertensive group had a lower AMIC than normal control (t=-2.1, p=.033). Systolic blood pressure (SBP) (B=-.008, 95% CI -.014 – -.002, p=.006) and mean arterial pressure (MAP) (B=-.011, 95% CI -.020– -.002 p=.014) were associated with AMIC. SBP was only associated global cognitive function (B= .008, 95% CI .000 – .015, p=.038), but MAP was associated with global cognitive function (B=.017, 95% CI .006 – .029, p=.003) and EF (B= 0.16, 95% CI .001 – .030, p=.036). Conclusions: High MAP was associated with better cognitive function in older adults with SMC. The findings highlight the need to be cautious when managing BP in older adults yet not to compromise their current cognitive function.

Fear of falling, but not gait impairment, predicts subjective memory complaints in cognitively intact older adults

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (7) ◽  
pp. 1125-1131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryota Sakurai ◽  
Hiroyuki Suzuki ◽  
Susumu Ogawa ◽  
Hisashi Kawai ◽  
Hideyo Yoshida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Fear Of Falling ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Gait Impairment ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Cognitively Intact

The impact of subjective memory complaints on quality of life in community-dwelling older adults

2014 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 175-181 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yohko Maki ◽  
Tomoharu Yamaguchi ◽  
Tetsuya Yamagami ◽  
Tatsuhiko Murai ◽  
Kenji Hachisuka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

scholarly journals Memory Strategy Training in Older Adults with Subjective Memory Complaints: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (10) ◽  
pp. 1110-1120 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikita L. Frankenmolen ◽  
Eduard J. Overdorp ◽  
Luciano Fasotti ◽  
Jurgen A.H.R. Claassen ◽  
Roy P.C. Kessels ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Strategy Training ◽  
Memory Training ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Memory Strategy ◽  
Memory Functioning

AbstractObjectives: Subjective memory complaints (SMC) in older adults are associated with a decline in everyday functioning and an increased risk for future cognitive decline. This study examines the effect of a memory strategy training compared to a control memory training on memory functioning in daily life. Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial with baseline, post-treatment, and 6-month follow-up assessments conducted in 60 older adults (50–87 years) with SMC. Participants were randomly assigned to either seven sessions of memory strategy training or seven sessions of control memory training. Both interventions were given in small groups and included psycho-education. Primary outcome measure was memory functioning in daily life. Objective measures of memory performance and self-reported measures of strategy use were included as secondary outcome measures. Results: Participants in each intervention group reported an improvement in personal memory goals (p<.0005), up to 6 months after training. An interaction effect showed that participants following memory strategy training reported a larger improvement in personal memory goals (p=.002). Both intervention groups improved on two memory tests (p<.001 and p<.01). In the memory strategy training group, an increase in strategy use in daily life was the strongest predictor (p<.05) of improvement in subjective memory functioning. Conclusions: Older adults with subjective memory complaints benefit from memory strategy training, especially in their memory functioning in daily life. (JINS, 2018, 24, 1110–1120)

Association between childhood socioeconomic status and subjective memory complaints among older adults: results from the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study 2010

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (12) ◽  
pp. 1699-1707 ◽  
Author(s):  
Toshinori Nishizawa ◽  
Ayako Morita ◽  
Takeo Fujiwara ◽  
Katsunori Kondo
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Evaluation Study ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Subjective Memory Complaints ◽  
Subjective Memory ◽  
Memory Complaints ◽  
Childhood Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

ABSTRACTBackground:Subjective memory complaints (SMC) have been suggested as an early marker of mild cognitive impairment and dementia. However, there is a paucity of evidence on the effects of early life conditions on the development of SMC in old age. This study is aimed at investigating the association between childhood socioeconomic status (SES) and SMC in community-dwelling older adults.Methods:We used the data of the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study, a population-based cohort study of people aged 65 years or older enrolled from 28 municipalities across Japan. Childhood SES and SMC in everyday life were assessed from the self-report questionnaire administered in 2010 (n = 16,184). Poisson regression was performed to determine their association, adjusted for potential confounders and life-course mediators and examined cohort effects.Results:We identified SMC in 47.4% of the participants. After adjusting for sex, age, and number of siblings, low and middle childhood SES were associated with 29% (prevalence ratio [PR]: 1.29, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.22, 1.36) and 10% higher prevalence of SMC (PR: 1.10, 95%CI: 1.04, 1.17), respectively, compared with high childhood SES (p for trend <.001). The interaction terms between childhood SES and age groups were not statistically significant.Conclusion:Childhood SES is significantly associated with SMC among community-dwelling older adults. Efforts to minimize childhood poverty may diminish or delay the onset of SMC and dementia in later life.

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