scholarly journals Analyzing the specific role of cognitive functioning on successful aging

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 1033-1033
Author(s):  
Neyda Ma Mendoza-Ruvalcaba ◽  
Elva Dolores Arias-Merino ◽  
Maria Elena Flores-Villavicencio ◽  
Maria Elena Rodriguez-Diaz
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Working Memory ◽  
Cognitive Functioning ◽  
Processing Speed ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Specific Role ◽  
Learning Potential ◽  
Visuospatial Skills

Abstract Introduction: The cognitive functioning, as a general measure, is a criterion commonly used to define and operationalize successful aging. (Project-Conacyt-256589) The aim of this study is to analyze specific domains of cognitive function and its relationship with the successful aging in older adults. Methods: Population based, random sample included n=453 community-dwelling older adults 60-years and older (mean age=72.51,SD=8.11 years,59.4% women). Cognitive functioning was assessed by a comprehensive battery including working memory(Digit Span Backward WAIS-IV), episodic memory, meta-memory(self-report), processing speed(Symbol Digit WAIS-IV), attention(TMT-A), executive functioning(TMT-B), learning potential(RAVLT), language(FAS), visuospatial skills(Block Design WAIS-IV). Successful aging was operationalized as no important disease, no disability, physical functioning, cognitive functioning, and being actively engaged. Sociodemographic and health data were also asked. Data were analyzed in SPSSv24, MANOVAs and size effects were calculated. Results: In total 11.2% were successful agers and 11.4% had Mild Cognitive impairment. Global cognitive functioning was significantly related to the achievement of successful aging criteria. Cognitive functioning had a significant effect on successful aging, specifically executive functions (F=1.07,p=.000) explained 32.7% of the variance, attention explained 29.8% (F=1.19,p=.006), processing-speed 21% (F=1.38,p=.000), and learning potential 21.5% ((F=1.12,p=.005). Language, visuospatial skills, working memory and meta-memory had a very small effect. Conclusion: Knowledge generated by this study reveals the specific role of cognitive domains on successful aging, and sets a scenario to promote successful aging, through alternatives centered in the improvement of cognition in the older adults.

scholarly journals PERFORMANCE ON COGNITIVE FUNCTIONING RELATED TO SUCCESSFUL AGING

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S654-S654
Author(s):  
Neyda Ma Mendoza Ruvalcaba ◽  
Elva Dolores Arias Merino ◽  
Maria Elena Flores Villavicencio ◽  
Melina Rodriguez Díaz
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Working Memory ◽  
Cognitive Functioning ◽  
Physical Functioning ◽  
Processing Speed ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Cognitive Domain ◽  
Learning Potential ◽  
Visuospatial Skills

Abstract Introduction The cognitive functioning, as a general measure, is a criterion commonly used to define and operationalize successful aging. (Project-Conacyt-256589) The aim of this study is to analyze cognitive function and its relationship with the successful aging in older adults. Methods Population based, random sample included n=401 community-dwelling older adults 60-years and older (mean age=72.51,SD=8.11 years,59.4% women). Cognitive functioning was assessed by a comprehensive battery including working memory(Digit Span Backward WAIS-IV), episodic memory, metamemory(self-report), processing speed(Symbol Digit WAIS-IV), attention(TMT-A), executive functioning(TMT-B), learning potential(RAVLT), language(FAS), visuospatial skills(Block Design WAIS-IV). Successful aging was operationalized in accordance with Rowe & Kahn definition (no important disease, no disability, physical functioning, cognitive functioning, and being actively engaged). Sociodemographic and health data were also asked. Data were analyzed in SPSSv24. Results In total 11.2% were successful agers and 11.4% had Mild Cognitive impairment. Global cognitive functioning was significantly related to the achievement of successful aging criteria. Specifically, the more successful agers showed a significant (p′s<.05) better performance on learning potential, working memory, metamemory, processing speed and attention. Executive functions were not related to successful aging criteria. None cognitive domain was related to the being actively engaged criteria. Better visuospatial skills were showed in older adults meeting the criteria of being free of disability and high physical functioning. Conclusion Knowledge generated by this study reveals the role of specific domains of cognitive functioning in successful aging, and sets a scenario to promote successful aging, through alternatives centered in the improvement of cognition in the older adults.

scholarly journals Successful Aging: Memory and Smart technology implications

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 1056-1056
Author(s):  
Neyda Ma Mendoza-Ruvalcaba ◽  
Elva Dolores Arias-Merino ◽  
Karla Patricia Vázquez Núnez ◽  
Marlene Alvarado Rodriguez
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Functioning ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Specific Role ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Learning Potential ◽  
Smart Technology ◽  
Subjective Memory

Abstract The cognitive functioning as a general measure, is a criterion commonly used to define and operationalize successful aging(SA). The aim of this study is to analyze the specific role of memory (objective and subjective) and its relationship with the use of smart technology (ST) and SA.(Project-Conacyt-256589) Population based, random sample included n=453 community-dwelling older adults 60-years and older (mean age=72.51,SD=8.11 years,59.4%women). Memory was assessed through working memory(Digit Span Backward WAIS-IV), episodic memory, metamemory(self-report), subjective memory, and learning potential(RAVLT). SA was operationalized as no important disease, no disability, physical functioning, cognitive functioning, and being actively engaged. Participants were asked if they use cellphone, computer, or tablet. Pearson′s correlation test and linear regression models were performed. In total 11.2% were successful agers.53.6% used cellphone,14% computer,8% tablet, 44.1% any devise.Results show significant correlation between SA and subjective memory, learning potential and the use of ST. Results of the multiple regression analysis emerged on a significant model using the entered method:F=26.05,p>.000, explaining 21.4% of the variance of SA. Although objective memory measurements were no significant for SA, all memory measurements were related to the use of ST. Knowledge generated by this study reveals the specific role of the metamemory on the SA, underlining the relevance of subjectivity on aging. We need to reflect about the limitations of older adults to access to a digital world in order to achieve a SA.

Heterogeneity of late-life depression: relationship with cognitive functioning

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (6) ◽  
pp. 953-963 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicole C. M. Korten ◽  
Brenda W. J. H. Penninx ◽  
Rob M. Kok ◽  
Max L. Stek ◽  
Richard C. Oude Voshaar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Working Memory ◽  
Cognitive Functioning ◽  
Psychotropic Medication ◽  
Processing Speed ◽  
Depressive Episode ◽  
Late Life ◽  
Late Life Depression ◽  
Symptom Dimensions ◽  
Cognitive Domains

ABSTRACTBackground:Late-life depression is a heterogeneous disorder, whereby cognitive impairments are often observed. This study examines which clinical characteristics and symptom dimensions of late-life depression are especially impacting on specific cognitive domains.Methods:Cross-sectional data of 378 depressed and 132 non-depressed older adults between 60–93 years, from the Netherlands Study of Depression in Older adults (NESDO) were used. Depressed older adults were recruited from both inpatient and outpatient mental healthcare institutes and general practices, and diagnosed according to DSM-IV-TR criteria. Multivariable associations were examined with depression characteristics (severity, onset, comorbidity, psychotropic medication) and symptom dimensions as independent variables and cognitive domains (episodic memory, processing speed, interference control, working memory) as dependent variables.Results:Late-life depression was associated with poorer cognitive functioning. Within depressed participants, higher severity of psychopathology and having a first depressive episode was associated with poorer cognitive functioning. The use of tricyclic antidepressants, serotonergic and noradrenergic working antidepressants, and benzodiazepines was associated with worse cognitive functioning. Higher scores on the mood dimension were associated with poorer working memory and processing speed, whereas higher scores on a motivational and apathy dimension were associated with poorer episodic memory and processing speed.Conclusions:Heterogeneity in late-life depression may lead to differences in cognitive functioning. Higher severity and having a first depressive episode was associated with worse cognitive performance. Additionally, different domains of cognitive functioning were associated with specific symptom dimensions. Our findings on the use of psychotropic medication suggest that close monitoring on cognitive side effects is needed.

scholarly journals Lifestyle and cognitive functioning of Filipino older adults as basis for cognitive enhancement programme

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (82) ◽  
pp. 97-105
Author(s):  
Agnes Santos ◽  
Dennis Relojo-Howell
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Working Memory ◽  
Cognitive Functioning ◽  
Processing Speed ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Cognitive Enhancement ◽  
Verbal Comprehension ◽  
Developmental Age ◽  
Civil Status ◽  
Primary Focus

The primary focus of this study is to examine the physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual components of the lifestyle of older adults, with the fundamental aim of designing a cognitive enhancement programme. A total of 142 older adults have taken part, all of whom have normal cognitive functioning. Results revealed that perceptual organisation has significant relationship to developmental age (F = 3.99, p < 0.021). Processing speed has also been found to have a significant link to developmental age (F = 8.02, p < 0.021), p < 0.001. The gender of older adults has no significant relationship to verbal comprehension, perceptual organisation, working memory, and processing speed. In contrast, working memory is linked to civil status (F = 3.45, p < 0.021), p < 0.01. Processing speed was also found to have a significant relationship to civil status (F = 2.71, p < 0.021), p < 0.03. Finally, educational attainment has no significant link to verbal comprehension, perceptual organisation, working memory, and processing speed.

scholarly journals Successful aging in Spanish older adults: the role of psychosocial resources

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 181-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina G. Dumitrache ◽  
Laura Rubio ◽  
Eulogio Cordón-Pozo
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Demographic Characteristics ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Psychosocial Resources ◽  
Psychosocial Variables

ABSTRACTBackground:Psychological and social resources such as extraversion, optimism, social support, or social networks contribute to adaptation and to successful aging. Building on assumptions derived from successful aging and from the developmental adaptation models, this study aims to analyze the joint impact of different psychosocial resources, such as personality, social relations, health, and socio-demographic characteristics on life satisfaction in a group of people aged 65 years-old and older from Spain.Method:A cross-sectional survey using non-proportional quota sampling was carried out. The sample comprised 406 community-dwelling older adults (M = 74.88, SD = 6.75). In order to collect the data, face-to-face interviews were individually conducted. A structural equation model (SEM) was carried out using the PLS software.Results:The results of the SEM model showed that, within this sample, psychosocial variables explain 47.4% of the variance in life satisfaction. Social relations and personality, specifically optimism, were strongly related with life satisfaction, while health status and socio-demographic characteristics were modestly associated with life satisfaction.Conclusions:Findings support the view that psychosocial resources are important for successful aging and therefore should be included in successful aging models. Furthermore, interventions aimed at fostering successful aging should take into account the role of psychosocial variables.

Cognitive Motor Dual Task Costs in Older Adults with Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
N. Ward ◽  
A. Menta ◽  
S. Peach ◽  
S.A. White ◽  
S. Jaffe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Working Memory ◽  
Dual Task ◽  
Processing Speed ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Cognitive Testing ◽  
Gait Velocity ◽  
Memory Processing ◽  
Composite Measures ◽  
Cognitive Risk

The purpose of this study was to characterize Cognitive Motor Dual Task (CMDT) costs for a community-based sample of older adults with Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome (MCR), as well as investigate associations between CMDT costs and cognitive performance. Twenty-five community-dwelling older adults (ages 60-89 years) with MCR performed single and dual task complex walking scenarios, as well as a computerized cognitive testing battery. Participants with lower CMDT costs had higher scores on composite measures of Working Memory, Processing Speed, and Shifting, as well as an overall cognitive composite measure. In addition, participants with faster single task gait velocity had higher scores on composite measures of Working Memory, Processing Speed, and overall cognition. Taken together, these results suggest that CMDT paradigms can help to elucidate the interplay between cognitive and motor abilities for older adults with MCR.

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