Estimation of diagnostic performance of dementia screening tests: Mini-Mental State Examination, Mini-Cog, Clock Drawing test and Ascertain Dementia 8 questionnaire.

abstract：:Objective: Older rural adults face a higher burden of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and delayed detection. This risk is heightened in rural populations that are ethnically diverse. Patients and providers are often hesitant to participate in screening, partially due to gaps in knowledge of the current science. The purpose o...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Wiese LK,Williams CL,Tappen RM,Newman D

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few studies have investigated the bidirectional association between depression and multimorbidity from a longitudinal perspective. We aimed to explore the bidirectional relationship between depression and multimorbidity in a middle-aged and elderly Chinese population. METHODS:Participants aged 45 years and ...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Qiao Y,Liu S,Zhang Y,Wu Y,Shen Y,Ke C

更新日期：2021-01-29 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine the impact of a meditation program in mitigating loneliness and promoting wellbeing, life satisfaction and contentment among retired South Asian older adults. METHOD:Intervention group older adults (IN2 =166) underwent weekly classes of the customized meditation program for 2 years as compared to...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Pandya SP

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether caregiver relationship and race modify associations between physical functioning of persons with dementia (PWD) and their caregiver's burden and general depressive symptoms. METHOD:We pooled data from four behavioral intervention trials (N = 1,211). Using latent growth modeling, we eval...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Armstrong NM,Gitlin LN,Parisi JM,Roth DL,Gross AL

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed (1) to determine whether octogenarian and centenarian care recipients' self-report on physical, social, and emotional status are different from caregivers' reports, (2) to assess associations between octogenarian and centenarian care recipients' poor physical, social, and emotional status an...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Lee K,Martin P,Poon LW

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: To examine the extent to which time perspective, an individual's habitual way of relating to the past, the present, and the future time frames, accounts for variations in self-reported depressive symptoms among older adults. Method: Four hundred two participants (60-90 years) completed the Center for Epide...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Åström E,Rönnlund M,Adolfsson R,Grazia Carelli M

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Frailty affects an estimated 15% of community dwelling older adults. Few studies look at psychosocial variables like self-efficacy (confidence to perform well at a particular task or life domain) in relation to frailty. The purpose of this study was to evaluate associations between pre-frailty/frailty and se...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Hladek MD,Gill J,Bandeen-Roche K,Walston J,Allen J,Hinkle JL,Lorig K,Szanton SL

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Evidence points to an association between social and leisure activity (SLA) engagement and cognitive outcomes, but the mechanisms underlying this link remain unknown. We aimed to investigate three potential mechanisms: Vascular function, Perceived Stress, and Cognitive Reserve. METHODS:With data from 8163 ad...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： McHugh Power J,Tang J,Lawlor B,Kenny RA,Kee F

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The main objective is to examine the sense of coherence (SOC) of spouse caregivers. The aim was further investigate the association of SOC, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), depressive symptoms, distress and how severity of Alzheimer's disease (AD) affects SOC. METHOD:17O patient-spouse caregiver dyad...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Välimäki TH,Vehviläinen-Julkunen KM,Pietilä AM,Pirttilä TA

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is becoming increasingly clear that, in order to better understand the implications of global aging, more cross-cultural research is needed. In the present study, the structure and validity of the Geriatric Depression Scale-Short Form (GDS-SF) was examined in Korean and US samples of older adults. The participants ...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Jang Y,Small BJ,Haley WE

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine psychotropic drug prescription rates in nursing home residents with dementia and to identify associations with the so far understudied psychosocial non-resident-related factors. METHOD:A cross-sectional, observational, exploratory design as part of PROPER I (PRescription Optimization of Psychot...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Smeets CHW,Gerritsen DL,Zuidema SU,Teerenstra S,van der Spek K,Smalbrugge M,Koopmans RTCM

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Finding meaning in life is often cited as an important outcome of reminiscence, but this theoretical claim has not been empirically tested until now. A new intervention combining integrative reminiscence and elements of narrative therapy was developed and the effects on meaning in life were studied. METHODS...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Bohlmeijer ET,Westerhof GJ,Emmerik-de Jong M

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: This study aims to analyze the psychometric properties of the new Brazilian-Portuguese version of the Brief Resilience Scale (B-BRS) in older adults.Method: A sample of 1251 participants (54.20% women; M = 68.02 years, SD = 6.52) completed the B-BRS and seven scales on successful aging and mental health. Co...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： da Silva-Sauer L,de la Torre-Luque A,Smith BW,C M C Lins M,Andrade S,Fernández-Calvo B

更新日期：2020-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Social intelligence is the ability to understand others and the social context effectively and thus to interact with people successfully. Research has suggested that the theory of mind (ToM) and executive function may play important roles in explaining social intelligence. The specific aim of the present stu...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Yeh ZT

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examines how individual patient characteristics predict substance abuse treatment initiation among older adults, in an investigation based on the behavioral health service use model. Analyses tested the impact of demographic factors, substance abuse symptoms, depression and cognitive status on subsequent tr...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Satre DD,Knight BG,Dickson-Fuhrmann E,Jarvik LF

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study explores the associations of loneliness with depressive symptoms in a five-year follow-up and describes how the six dimensions of perceived togetherness explain loneliness and depressive symptoms at baseline. The data were collected on 207 residents of Jyväskylä, central Finland, who at baseline in 1990 wer...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Tiikkainen P,Heikkinen RL

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: A considerable body of work addresses prevalence and treatment options for depression in older adults. However, less is known about their capacity to self-manage their depression. Effective self-management of depression has the potential to improve individuals' quality of life through information, empowerm...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Polacsek M,Boardman GH,McCann TV

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Illness representations shape responses to illness experienced by the self or by others. The illness representations held by family members of those with long-term conditions such as dementia influence their understanding of what is happening to the person and how they respond and provide support. The aim of...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Quinn C,Jones IR,Clare L

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Global increases in life expectancy are expected to continue, with accompanying physical and mental well-being challenges specifically for older people living in residential care settings. OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to investigate the association between mental well-being and social capital of old...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Chipps J,Jarvis MA

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: The study used data from the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging to investigate the relationships among social support (measured as affectionate support, emotional/informational support, positive social interaction, tangible support), social participation and depression in caregivers and non-caregivers.Me...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Sibalija J,Savundranayagam MY,Orange JB,Kloseck M

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:With the process of population aging and urbanization, a vast amount of studies have confirmed the increasing urban-rural cognition gaps, while less is known about the extent to which cognition gaps can be explained by urban-rural difference and urbanization status. This study aimed to examine the role of ur...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Ye X,Zhu D,He P

更新日期：2021-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Carers of people with dementia face barriers in accessing therapy for mental health difficulties. Computerised cognitive behavioural therapy (cCBT) packages can be effective in treating a range of presentations; however, tailored packages for carers' unique needs are lacking. Our aim was to design a cCBT pac...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Hales SA,Fossey J

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of the present study was to investigate the association between trait gratitude and loneliness in a Dutch population sample of adults over 40 years. In addition, the mediating role of psychological flexibility and engaged living between trait gratitude and loneliness was assessed. METHOD:A total sam...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Frinking E,Jans-Beken L,Janssens M,Peeters S,Lataster J,Jacobs N,Reijnders J

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated the associations between loneliness and subjective appraisals of marital relationship as well as reciprocal associations of loneliness in married men and women. The Health and Retirement Study is a national survey of older adults over the age of 50, residing in the US. This study is based on a paper and p...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Ayalon L,Shiovitz-Ezra S,Palgi Y

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Integrated care has been identified as means of managing the demands on the healthcare budget while improving access to and quality of services. It is particularly pertinent to rural health services, which face limited access to specialist and support services. This paper explores the capacity of three rural ...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Henderson J,Dawson S,Fuller J,O'Kane D,Gerace A,Oster C,Cochrane EM

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We examined the prospective effects of an evidence-based exercise intervention on depressive symptoms in older Hispanics/Latinos and the potential synergistic effects (if any) of an attribution-retraining component to counter negative ascriptions to the aging process. METHOD:We analyzed baseline, 1-, 12-, 2...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Hernandez R,Andrade FCD,Piedra LM,Tabb KM,Xu S,Sarkisian C

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Terminally ill cancer patients and their caregivers experience significant difficulties discussing illness and impending death (herein defined as mortality communication). The current study compares response levels as well as patterns of association between mortality communication and psychological distress among care...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Bachner YG,O'Rourke N,Davidov E,Carmel S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of psychosis in mild cognitive impairment (MCI, Petersen's criteria) and patients with Alzheimer's dementia, and to characterize the associated behavioral and psychological signs and symptoms of dementia (BPSD). METHOD:A cross-sectional analysis of baseli...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Van der Mussele S,Mariën P,Saerens J,Somers N,Goeman J,De Deyn PP,Engelborghs S

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The intent of this exploratory qualitative study was to examine African American Baptist clergy's pastoral care to older congregants with mental disorders. Critical Race Theory was the guiding framework in this study. METHOD:A purposive sample of 18 African American clergy participated in one-on-one intervie...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Stansbury KL,Marshall GL,Hall J,Simpson GM,Bullock K

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Previous studies have examined either coping strategies or defence mechanisms; however, few have considered both. This research examined age differences in the type of defence mechanisms and coping strategies that people employ. In addition, gender differences, personality, and environmental variables were taken into ...

journal_title：Aging & mental health

authors： Whitty MT

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00