Multivitamins were widely used health supplements that replenished essential nutrients in the human body.Despite their popularity,the impact of multivitamins on the cognitive function of older adults remained unclear ...Multivitamins were widely used health supplements that replenished essential nutrients in the human body.Despite their popularity,the impact of multivitamins on the cognitive function of older adults remained unclear and contentious.This study offered a comprehensive review and meta-analysis of research published until June 2024,analyzing the effects of multivitamins on various cognitive functions in individuals aged 65 and older.We included ten randomized controlled trials encompassing 13,600 participants from multiple databases.These studies evaluated the impact of multivitamins on reasoning,memory,learning,visual perception,idea production,cognitive speed,psychomotor abilities,and higher cognitive functions.Our meta-analysis revealed that multivitamins significantly enhanced delayed free recall(SMD=0.09,95%confidence interval(CI)=[0.05,0.13],P=0.0001).However,they had no substantial effects on immediate free recall(SMD=0.85,95%CI=[-0.1,1.9],P=0.11),idea production(SMD=0.00,95%CI=[-0.04,0.03],P=0.86),or cognitive functioning(SMD=0.07,94%CI=[-0.07,0.14],P=0.006).Thus,while multivitamins facilitated delayed free recall,they did not significantly improve other cognitive functions in older adults.展开更多
Objective:To investigate subjective and objective listening abilities in noise in young adults,older adults with normal hearing,and adults with listening difficulties(LiD).Methods:This study examined 20 young adults,2...Objective:To investigate subjective and objective listening abilities in noise in young adults,older adults with normal hearing,and adults with listening difficulties(LiD).Methods:This study examined 20 young adults,20 older adults with normal hearing,and 20 adults with LiD.All participants underwent pure-tone audiometry and the Hearing in Noise Test-Japanese version(HINT-J)and completed the Speech,Spatial and Qualities of Hearing Scale(SSQ).Results:All groups had normal hearing thresholds(125-8,000 Hz).Older adults with normal hearing performed worse on the HINT-J than young adults,while adults with LiD reported greater subjective LiD on the SSQ.No significant correlations were found between HINTJ and SSQ scores with any group.Significant differences were found between groups in terms of both the HINT-J(χ^(2)(2)=17.9,p<0.01)and SSQ(χ^(2)(2)=38.7,p<0.01).Conclusion:Despite normal audiometric thresholds,older adults with normal hearing and adults with LiD experience distinct LiD in noisy environments,highlighting the need for comprehensive assessment beyond traditional audiometry.Future research should focus on developing more sensitive diagnostic tools.展开更多
Objective To determine whether frailty is a risk factor for hospitalization and mortality in older adults enrolled in the "Chronic Heart Failure Program" at a hospital in Lima, Peru, between 2018–2021.Metho...Objective To determine whether frailty is a risk factor for hospitalization and mortality in older adults enrolled in the "Chronic Heart Failure Program" at a hospital in Lima, Peru, between 2018–2021.Methods This was an ambispective cohort study. A total of 85 older adults participating in the Chronic Heart Failure Program at Guillermo Almenara National Hospital were included. Each had an initial frailty assessment, forming two cohorts: frail and non-frail older adults. Medical records were reviewed, and patients were followed for one year to track events of interest(hospitalization and mortality). Overall survival and risk factors for hospitalization and death were determined.Results During follow-up, 15.3% of the older adults died, and frailty was identified in 58.8% of the patients. Overall survival using the Kaplan-Meier method was 96.5% at 3 months after entering the Chronic Heart Failure Program;92.9% at 6 months;and85.9% at one year. Multivariate analysis using Poisson regression found that frailty was not a risk factor for hospitalization(a RR =0.92;95% CI: 0.42–2.03). Survival analysis using the Cox proportional hazards model showed that frailty was also not a risk factor for mortality after one year of follow-up(a HR = 1.32;95% CI: 0.27–6.53).Conclusions Our research does not confirm frailty as a risk factor for hospitalization or mortality in older adults enrolled in the“Chronic Heart Failure Program” after one year of follow-up.展开更多
Background:Intrinsic capacity reflects the overall health status of older adults and decline in intrinsic abilities can lead to adverse health outcomes.However,empirical studies examining the association between digit...Background:Intrinsic capacity reflects the overall health status of older adults and decline in intrinsic abilities can lead to adverse health outcomes.However,empirical studies examining the association between digital health literacy,health-promoting lifestyles and intrinsic capacity are scarce.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted.Using convenience sampling method,371 older adults were recruited from communities.Multidimensional intrinsic capacity,digital health literacy,health promoting lifestyle and sociodemographic information were measured.Results:The intrinsic capacity of older adults scored 3.75±1.10.The prevalences of declined cognitive capacity,psychological capacity,sensory capacity,vitality,and locomotor capacity were 13.7%,24.3%,19.1%,14.8%,53.1%,respectively.The multiple regression analysis revealed that age(β=−0.253),only living with children and/or grandchildren(β=0.249),current working status(β=−0.132),number of chronic diseases(β=−0.149),frequency of Internet usage(β=0.193),the domain of ability to acquire and evaluate digital health information(β=0.197)in digital health literacy,and the domain of nutrition(β=0.171)in health-promoting lifestyle were the significant factors influencing intrinsic capacity,explaining 27.1%of the variance.Conclusion:Digital health literacy and health-promoting lifestyle have a significant impact on intrinsic capacity.Enhancing digital health literacy and advocating a health-promoting lifestyle are critical to promoting intrinsic capacity for community-dwelling older adults.展开更多
Background:The phenomenon of multimorbidity in chronic diseases among the elderly is prevalent,and its significant association with depression poses a serious threat to the physical and mental health of older adults.C...Background:The phenomenon of multimorbidity in chronic diseases among the elderly is prevalent,and its significant association with depression poses a serious threat to the physical and mental health of older adults.Current research on the associations between 24-hour movement behaviors(including physical activity,sedentary behavior,and sleep)and depression has largely been confined to examining the effects of single behaviors,overlooking the intrinsic compositional nature and interrelationships among these behaviors.Therefore,it is necessary to investigate the integrated effects of 24-hour movement behaviors on depression in older adults with multimorbidity from a holistic,compositional perspective.Methods:From November 2024 to April 2025,a total of 226 older adult patients with multimorbidity were recruited from a tertiary hospital in Changzhou City.Data were collected using a general information questionnaire,the International Physical Activity Questionnaire–Short Form(IPAQ-SF),the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI),and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9(PHQ-9).Compositional data analysis and isotemporal substitution models were employed for statistical analysis.Results:The mean daily durations of Light-Intensity Physical Activity(LPA),Moderate-to-Vigorous Physical Activity(MVPA),Sedentary Behavior(SB),and Sleep(SLP)in older adults with multimorbidity were 402.48 min,12.04 min,511.52 min,and 458.68 min,respectively.The prevalence of depressive symptoms was 37.6%.Compositional data analysis revealed that SB was positively associated with depression(βSB=1.005,P=0.006),while SLP was negatively associated with depression(βSLP=−1.736,P<0.001).No statistically significant associations were found between MVPA or LPA and depression(P>0.05).In the 10-minute isotemporal substitution model,replacing SB with any other behavioral component was associated with a decrease in depression scores.Conversely,substituting SLP with either LPA or SB resulted in an increase in depression scores,while substituting SLP with MVPA led to a decrease in depression scores.The dose-response analysis revealed that,among the isotemporal substitution effects,replacing SB with SLP and replacing SLP with MVPA were the substitution pathways associated with the most rapid decline in depression scores,representing the greatest beneficial health effects.Conclusion:The prevalence of depression is notably high among older adults with multimorbidity.Reducing daily sedentary behavior(SB),maintaining adequate sleep(SLP),and increasing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity(MVPA)can improve depressive symptoms and enhance overall health in this population.展开更多
Background:In the Chinese context,the impact of short video applications on the psychological well-being of older adults is contested.While often examined through a pathological lens of addiction,this perspective may ...Background:In the Chinese context,the impact of short video applications on the psychological well-being of older adults is contested.While often examined through a pathological lens of addiction,this perspective may overlook paradoxical,context-dependent positive outcomes.Therefore,the main objective of this study is to challenge the traditional Compensatory Internet Use Theory by proposing and testing a chained mediation model that explores a paradoxical pathway from social support to life satisfaction via problematic social media use.Methods:Data were collected between July and August 2025 via the Credamo online survey platform,yielding 384 valid responses from Chinese older adults aged 60 and above.Key constructs were assessed using the Social Support Rating Scale(SSRS),Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale(BSMAS),Simplified UCLA Loneliness Scale,and Satisfaction with Life Scale(SWLS).A chained mediation model was tested using stepwise regression and non-parametric bootstrapping(5000 resamples),controlling for age,gender,household income,and health status.Results:The analysis revealed a paradoxical pathway,which was clarified by a key statistical suppression effect.Social support significantly and positively predicted problematic usage(β=0.157,p=0.002).After controlling for the suppressor effect of social support,problematic usage in turn negatively predicted social connectedness(β=−0.177,p<0.001).Finally,reduced social connectedness—reflecting a state of solitude—positively predicted life satisfaction(β=−0.227,p<0.001).Conclusion:The findings suggest that for older adults with sufficient offline social support,these resources may serve a“social empowerment”function.This empowerment allows behaviors measured as“problematic usage”to be theoretically reframed as a form of“deep immersive entertainment”.This immersion appears to occur alongside a state of“high-quality solitude”,which ultimately is associated with higher life satisfaction.This study provides a novel,non-pathological theoretical perspective on the consequences of high engagement with emerging social media,offering empirical grounds for non-abstinence-based intervention strategies.展开更多
In 2021,approximately 537 million people suffered from diabetes mellitus(DM)globally,and this figure will increase to approximately 783 million within the next quarter-century.The increasing burden of DM is a pressing...In 2021,approximately 537 million people suffered from diabetes mellitus(DM)globally,and this figure will increase to approximately 783 million within the next quarter-century.The increasing burden of DM is a pressing global public health issue.Therefore,the early identification of high-risk groups and implementation of effective intervention measures is imperative.展开更多
This study aims to systematically explore the differences in health status between empty-nest and non-empty-nest older adults and further analyze the potential impact of empty-nest and non-empty-nest status on their p...This study aims to systematically explore the differences in health status between empty-nest and non-empty-nest older adults and further analyze the potential impact of empty-nest and non-empty-nest status on their physical and mental health.The study surveyed older adult populations in Anhui Province(N=379,average age=69.51 years)to assess their mental and physical health.Correlation analysis,multiple linear regression analysis,and propensity score matching were used to quantify the health differences between empty-nest and non-empty-nest older adults.Multiple linear regression analysis showed that empty-nest status has a significant positive impact on mental health but a negative impact on physical health.Propensity score matching analysis further validated the main findings of the multiple regression analysis.These findings should be interpreted within specific contexts and conditions,considering individual characteristics and historical perspectives,and fully considering the actual circumstances of the respondents.展开更多
Atrial fibrillation(AF)/atrial flutter(AFL)is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia.The known risk factors for developing AF/AFL include age,structural heart disease,hypertension,diabetes mellitus,or hyperthyro...Atrial fibrillation(AF)/atrial flutter(AFL)is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia.The known risk factors for developing AF/AFL include age,structural heart disease,hypertension,diabetes mellitus,or hyperthyroidism.This study aims to attribute the trends in AF/AFL-related mortalities over the past two decades 1999-2020 concerning race and sex and disparity among them.To the best of our knowledge,this is the first study that estimates the trends and mortality due to AF/AFL from 1999-2020 in older adults in the United States.In this 21-year analysis of mortality data,we found a constant increase in mortality rates due to AF/AFL in older adults.From 1999 to 2020,the overall mortality in older adults aged 65 and above,regardless of sex and race,is found to be almost doubled i.e.about a 50.2%increase in the number of deaths due to AF/AFL.Furthermore,other confounding risk factors such has obesity,prior myocardial infarction,inflammation,hypertension,birth weight,diabetes mellitus,hyperthyroidism,hormone replacement therapy in menopausal women increases the risk in the occurrence or recurrent occurrence of AF.展开更多
As drivers age, roadway conditions may become more challenging, particularly when normal aging is coupled with cognitive decline. Driving during lower visibility conditions, such as inclement weather, is especially ch...As drivers age, roadway conditions may become more challenging, particularly when normal aging is coupled with cognitive decline. Driving during lower visibility conditions, such as inclement weather, is especially challenging for older drivers due to their sensitivity to glare and reduced visibility. As a result, older drivers may adjust their behavior during adverse weather. This paper explores the differential impacts of weather on older drivers with cognitive decline compared to older drivers with normal cognitive function. Data were from a naturalistic driving study of older drivers in Omaha, Nebraska. Driver speed and weather data were extracted and the correlation between speed compliance, road weather conditions, and the cognitive/neurological status of the drivers was examined. Speed compliance was used as the surrogate safety measure since driving at lower speeds can indicate that the driver is challenged by roadway or environmental conditions and can therefore indicate a risk. The percentage of time during a trip when drivers were 16.1 kph under the speed limit was modeled as the dependent variable using beta regression. The variables that resulted in the best fit model were mild cognitive impairment (MCI), age group, traffic density, and weather. Results indicated that the youngest group of older drivers (young-old) spent less time driving at impeding speeds and had the least variability compared to the other two age groups. The middle group of older drivers (middle-old) had the highest amount of time driving at impeding speeds and had more variability than young-old drivers. The oldest group of older drivers (old-old) were the most likely to drive at impeding speeds and had the most variability. In general, older drivers were more likely to drive at impeding speeds during peak hours than during non-peak hours. Additionally, in most cases, older drivers spent less time below the speed limit when the weather was clear than in adverse conditions. Results indicate that older drivers are impacted by weather conditions, and distinct patterns were noted between older drivers who were cognitively impaired compared to drivers with normal cognition.展开更多
In this editorial,I comment on the article conducted by Yang and Woo.Mental health in older adults remains underserved and underexamined,with final decades shaped by cumulative life stressors,chronic conditions,and so...In this editorial,I comment on the article conducted by Yang and Woo.Mental health in older adults remains underserved and underexamined,with final decades shaped by cumulative life stressors,chronic conditions,and social determinants that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.In this study,I would like to synthesize current evidence on the prevalence,presentation,and trajectories of mental health concerns among older adults,highlighting common challenges such as late-life depression,anxiety,cognitive concerns,and underutilization of care.I am going to examine barriers to outreach and treatment,including stigma,cultural and linguistic mismatches,access limitations,and gaps in geriatric mental health services.The analysis in the paper identifies promising pathways to improve outcomes:Community-engaged interventions,culturally tailored care models,integration of mental health with primary and geriatric care,and policy reforms to expand coverage and reduce disparities.As a conclusion,with actionable recommendations for clinicians,researchers,policymakers,and community organizations to break the silence,enhance early detection,and foster resilient aging through equitable,person-centered approaches.展开更多
BACKGROUND Human beings,by nature,have many expectations that create a feeling of anxiety about the future,but they are endured and long-ranged.They expect to have relationships with others and need to perceive an emo...BACKGROUND Human beings,by nature,have many expectations that create a feeling of anxiety about the future,but they are endured and long-ranged.They expect to have relationships with others and need to perceive an emotional interest,an interpersonal bond,and sustainment to continue living.Perceiving this link is required for feelings of belongingness,which decreases future anxiety.AIM To investigate the future anxiety and belongingness of young and older adults and determine their relationships.METHODS The study was conducted with 404 volunteer participants.Data were collected using the demographic characteristics from the“Dark Future Scale”and“General Belongingness Scale”.RESULTS The mean age of older adults was 66.76±3.74,while that of younger adults was 36.72±10.12.The average score for“future anxiety”was 18.81±7.59,and for“general belongingness",it was 63.31±1.40.Findings indicated a reverse correlation between future anxiety and belongingness.A significant difference in belonging scores was observed between young and older adults(P=0.016,which is<0.05),whereas no significant difference was found regarding future anxiety scores(P>0.05).CONCLUSION Participants had a moderate level of“future anxiety”and higher“belongingness”.Lower belongingness scores correlated with increased future anxiety.Older adults reported a lower sense of belonging than younger individuals.展开更多
To the editor:China is undergoing a profound demo-graphic transition,with the proportion of adults aged 65 and older reaching 14.9%in 2022 and projected to continue rising due to declining birth rates and increased li...To the editor:China is undergoing a profound demo-graphic transition,with the proportion of adults aged 65 and older reaching 14.9%in 2022 and projected to continue rising due to declining birth rates and increased life expectancy.1 This ageing trend has brought mental health in late life into sharp focus as a growing public health issue.展开更多
Objectives:Walking sports,whereby traditional disciplines of sport modify gameplay by limiting physical activity to walking only,may offer benefits for physical activity engagement and subjective wellbeing outcomes in...Objectives:Walking sports,whereby traditional disciplines of sport modify gameplay by limiting physical activity to walking only,may offer benefits for physical activity engagement and subjective wellbeing outcomes in older adults.Questionnaires were used to collect physical activity and health related data from a cross section of older South Australian walking sports participants(n=56),which was compared to a population-based sample of their peers(n=1817)to explore these potential benefits.Methods:Ordinal logistic regression and linear regression were used for between-group comparisons across three subgroups of participants,who reported engaging in:(1)walking sports,(2)traditional sports,and(3)no sport.All analyses were adjusted for age,marital status,education and employment status.Results:Compared to walking sports participants,those who did not participate in sports were more than twice as likely to report poorer self-rated health.Walking sports and traditional sports participants reported meeting the minimum weekly physical activity requirements.No significant differences in subjective wellbeing were found between the three participant subgroups.Conclusions:Older adults who participated in walking sports had significantly higher self-rated health and physical activity levels,than those not involved in sports.Therefore,sport organisations should consider offering walking sports programs to engage older adults who face barriers to engaging in traditional sports,supporting their continued involvement in physical activity.展开更多
BACKGROUND With an aging society,older patients undergoing cholecystectomy often have multiple chronic diseases and require long-term multi-medication.Medication complexity significantly increases the risk of medicati...BACKGROUND With an aging society,older patients undergoing cholecystectomy often have multiple chronic diseases and require long-term multi-medication.Medication complexity significantly increases the risk of medication errors and adverse reactions,and effective nursing interventions are urgently required to ensure medication safety.AIM To investigate the efficacy of evidence-based nursing practices in mitigating polypharmacy risks among Suzhou Municipal Hospital Road Front Yard Area,thereby providing clinical guidance.METHODS The sixty older patients who underwent cholecystectomy between September 2024 and September 2025 treated with polypharmacy were enrolled.Using random number tables,hey were divided into study and control groups(n=30 each),who received routine medication nursing and evidence-based nursing,respectively.Pre-intervention and post-intervention comparisons were made between groups for medication knowledge,competence,and adherence scores.The incidences of duplicate medications,missed doses,self-discontinuation,unauthorized alterations,schedule changes,and adverse reaction rates assessed potential medication risks.RESULTS Both the study and control groups showed significant increases in medication knowledge,management competence,and adherence scores after intervention(all P<0.05).The study group had higher post-intervention scores(medication knowledge:87.29±5.09 vs 70.62±5.38;medication management competence:63.22±3.11 vs 56.19±4.08;medication adherence:7.13±1.04 vs 6.05±1.03,all P<0.05).The incidence of duplicate medication,missed doses,self-discontinuation,unauthorized dose alterations,and schedule modifications decreased in both groups post-intervention(all P<0.05),with lower rates in the study group(duplicate medication:13.33%vs 30.0%;missed doses:10.0%vs 26.67%;all P<0.05).The study group had a lower adverse reaction rate(3.33%vs 26.67%,P<0.05)and more patients with potential medication hazard level 0(83.33%vs 53.33%),while fewer patients had level 2 and 3 hazards(3.33%vs 16.67%and 0%vs 10.00%,respectively;all P<0.05).CONCLUSION Evidence-based nursing for polypharmacy risks in older adults undergoing cholecystectomy can enhance medication awareness,improve management and adherence,reduce adverse behaviors,and lower adverse reactions and hazard levels.展开更多
Addiction literacy equips older adults with the knowledge to navigate substance use risks amid unique challenges like polypharmacy and social isolation.With rising trends in cannabis use among this group,targeted educ...Addiction literacy equips older adults with the knowledge to navigate substance use risks amid unique challenges like polypharmacy and social isolation.With rising trends in cannabis use among this group,targeted education can promote safe practices and reduce preventable harms.By fostering open conversations and integrating addiction literacy into healthcare,providers can support informed decision-making.展开更多
Objectives:This study aimed to develop a mobile frailty management platform for Chinese communitydwelling older adults and evaluate its effectiveness,usability and safety.Methods:Based on literature research,the resea...Objectives:This study aimed to develop a mobile frailty management platform for Chinese communitydwelling older adults and evaluate its effectiveness,usability and safety.Methods:Based on literature research,the research team combined the frailty cycle and integration models,self-determination theory,and technology acceptance models and determined the frailty interventions through expert discussion,then transformed it into multimedia resources,finally,engineers developed the mobile management platform.A cluster sampling,parallel,single-blind,controlled quasiexperimental trial was conducted.Sixty older adults from two community health service centers were recruited from March to August 2023.The control group received routine community care,while the intervention group used the mobile frailty management platform.The incidence of frailty,scores of quality of life,depression,sleep quality,and grip strength within 12 weeks were compared between the two groups,and the availability and safety of the platform were assessed.Results:A total of 52 participants completed the study,27 in the intervention group and 25 in the control group.At 12 weeks after the intervention,the frailty state of the intervention group was reversed to prefrailty.There were no significant differences in the scores of quality of life,depression,sleep quality,and grip strength between the two groups before and 4 weeks after intervention.At 8 weeks and 12 weeks after the intervention,the quality of life,depression,and grip strength of the intervention group were improved with statistical significance(P<0.05).Sleep quality was statistically significant only 12 weeks after the intervention(P<0.05).System Usability Scale score for the platform was(87.96±5.88),indicating a highly satisfactory user experience.Throughout the intervention,no adverse events were reported among the older adults.Conclusions:The mobile frailty management platform effectively improved frailty status,depressive mood,sleep quality,grip strength,and quality of life for Chinese community-dwelling older adults.It holds clinical application value and is an effective tool for strengthening frailty management among Chinese community-dwelling older adults.展开更多
Falls remain a prevalent source of injury in daily life and underlying aetiology of falls are often complex and multi-factorial.[1,2]Older persons living with heart failure(OPLHF)are of a particular interest when disc...Falls remain a prevalent source of injury in daily life and underlying aetiology of falls are often complex and multi-factorial.[1,2]Older persons living with heart failure(OPLHF)are of a particular interest when discussing falls as multiple factors associated with heart failure(HF)aetiology and treatment are assumedly implicated in falls occurrence.A retrospective study reported a 14%increased risk of falls among OPLHF,and prospective data has shown that up to 40%of HF patients may experience a fall within a year from diagnosis.展开更多
As the population of older Asian Americans continues to grow rapidly,understanding their mental health needs has become increasingly critical.This literature review summarizes current issues,developments,and future di...As the population of older Asian Americans continues to grow rapidly,understanding their mental health needs has become increasingly critical.This literature review summarizes current issues,developments,and future directions in addressing the mental health challenges faced by older Asian Americans in the last five years.We briefly touch on the comparative prevalence of mental health disorders experienced by ethnic subgroups.Additionally,we review recent studies highlighting the role of the coronavirus disease 2019,racism,social support,cultural stigma,and self-rated health as significant factors influencing mental well-being of this population.We discuss the utilization of health services among older Asian Americans.We conclude with thoughts for future research,emphasizing the importance of longitudinal studies,consideration of diverse Asian American ethnic subgroups,and culturally sensitive diagnostic and treatment approaches.展开更多
Background:Patient participation is crucial for medication safety among older adults with chronic diseases transitioning from hospital to home,yet evidence on its levels and influencing factors remains limited.This st...Background:Patient participation is crucial for medication safety among older adults with chronic diseases transitioning from hospital to home,yet evidence on its levels and influencing factors remains limited.This study investigated the current state and predictors of such participation during this critical period.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted among older adults discharged from two tertiary hospitals in Fujian,China(October-December 2023).Data were collected using a general information questionnaire,a self-developed behavior scale,the Health Literacy Management Scale,General Self-Efficacy Scale,Facilitation of Patient Involvement Scale,and Family Support Scale.Analyses included ANOVA,Pearson correlation,and multiple stepwise regression.Results:Among 302 valid responses,the mean score for participation in medication safety behaviors was 68.59±11.62,indicating a moderate level.Health literacy,self-efficacy,healthcare worker support,and family support were positively correlated with participation(all P<0.01).Multiple regression identified daily medication frequency,health literacy,self-efficacy,and healthcare worker support as significant predictors,explaining 18.3%of the variance.Conclusion:Participation in medication safety among older chronic disease patients during care transitions requires improvement.Enhancing health literacy,self-efficacy,and healthcare worker support,while considering medication frequency,can promote patient involvement and medication safety.展开更多
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2042023gf0003)Hubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(2024AFD126)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFF1104404).
文摘Multivitamins were widely used health supplements that replenished essential nutrients in the human body.Despite their popularity,the impact of multivitamins on the cognitive function of older adults remained unclear and contentious.This study offered a comprehensive review and meta-analysis of research published until June 2024,analyzing the effects of multivitamins on various cognitive functions in individuals aged 65 and older.We included ten randomized controlled trials encompassing 13,600 participants from multiple databases.These studies evaluated the impact of multivitamins on reasoning,memory,learning,visual perception,idea production,cognitive speed,psychomotor abilities,and higher cognitive functions.Our meta-analysis revealed that multivitamins significantly enhanced delayed free recall(SMD=0.09,95%confidence interval(CI)=[0.05,0.13],P=0.0001).However,they had no substantial effects on immediate free recall(SMD=0.85,95%CI=[-0.1,1.9],P=0.11),idea production(SMD=0.00,95%CI=[-0.04,0.03],P=0.86),or cognitive functioning(SMD=0.07,94%CI=[-0.07,0.14],P=0.006).Thus,while multivitamins facilitated delayed free recall,they did not significantly improve other cognitive functions in older adults.
基金supported by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science(JSPS)Grants in Aids for Scientific Research(KAKENHI)[grant number 21K20238].
文摘Objective:To investigate subjective and objective listening abilities in noise in young adults,older adults with normal hearing,and adults with listening difficulties(LiD).Methods:This study examined 20 young adults,20 older adults with normal hearing,and 20 adults with LiD.All participants underwent pure-tone audiometry and the Hearing in Noise Test-Japanese version(HINT-J)and completed the Speech,Spatial and Qualities of Hearing Scale(SSQ).Results:All groups had normal hearing thresholds(125-8,000 Hz).Older adults with normal hearing performed worse on the HINT-J than young adults,while adults with LiD reported greater subjective LiD on the SSQ.No significant correlations were found between HINTJ and SSQ scores with any group.Significant differences were found between groups in terms of both the HINT-J(χ^(2)(2)=17.9,p<0.01)and SSQ(χ^(2)(2)=38.7,p<0.01).Conclusion:Despite normal audiometric thresholds,older adults with normal hearing and adults with LiD experience distinct LiD in noisy environments,highlighting the need for comprehensive assessment beyond traditional audiometry.Future research should focus on developing more sensitive diagnostic tools.
文摘Objective To determine whether frailty is a risk factor for hospitalization and mortality in older adults enrolled in the "Chronic Heart Failure Program" at a hospital in Lima, Peru, between 2018–2021.Methods This was an ambispective cohort study. A total of 85 older adults participating in the Chronic Heart Failure Program at Guillermo Almenara National Hospital were included. Each had an initial frailty assessment, forming two cohorts: frail and non-frail older adults. Medical records were reviewed, and patients were followed for one year to track events of interest(hospitalization and mortality). Overall survival and risk factors for hospitalization and death were determined.Results During follow-up, 15.3% of the older adults died, and frailty was identified in 58.8% of the patients. Overall survival using the Kaplan-Meier method was 96.5% at 3 months after entering the Chronic Heart Failure Program;92.9% at 6 months;and85.9% at one year. Multivariate analysis using Poisson regression found that frailty was not a risk factor for hospitalization(a RR =0.92;95% CI: 0.42–2.03). Survival analysis using the Cox proportional hazards model showed that frailty was also not a risk factor for mortality after one year of follow-up(a HR = 1.32;95% CI: 0.27–6.53).Conclusions Our research does not confirm frailty as a risk factor for hospitalization or mortality in older adults enrolled in the“Chronic Heart Failure Program” after one year of follow-up.
基金funded by the College Students’Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program(X2024110650385).
文摘Background:Intrinsic capacity reflects the overall health status of older adults and decline in intrinsic abilities can lead to adverse health outcomes.However,empirical studies examining the association between digital health literacy,health-promoting lifestyles and intrinsic capacity are scarce.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted.Using convenience sampling method,371 older adults were recruited from communities.Multidimensional intrinsic capacity,digital health literacy,health promoting lifestyle and sociodemographic information were measured.Results:The intrinsic capacity of older adults scored 3.75±1.10.The prevalences of declined cognitive capacity,psychological capacity,sensory capacity,vitality,and locomotor capacity were 13.7%,24.3%,19.1%,14.8%,53.1%,respectively.The multiple regression analysis revealed that age(β=−0.253),only living with children and/or grandchildren(β=0.249),current working status(β=−0.132),number of chronic diseases(β=−0.149),frequency of Internet usage(β=0.193),the domain of ability to acquire and evaluate digital health information(β=0.197)in digital health literacy,and the domain of nutrition(β=0.171)in health-promoting lifestyle were the significant factors influencing intrinsic capacity,explaining 27.1%of the variance.Conclusion:Digital health literacy and health-promoting lifestyle have a significant impact on intrinsic capacity.Enhancing digital health literacy and advocating a health-promoting lifestyle are critical to promoting intrinsic capacity for community-dwelling older adults.
基金supported by the 2025 Jiangsu Province Graduate Student Practice Innovation Program(No.SJCX25_1696)the 2024 Changzhou University Educational Research Project(No.GJY2024009).
文摘Background:The phenomenon of multimorbidity in chronic diseases among the elderly is prevalent,and its significant association with depression poses a serious threat to the physical and mental health of older adults.Current research on the associations between 24-hour movement behaviors(including physical activity,sedentary behavior,and sleep)and depression has largely been confined to examining the effects of single behaviors,overlooking the intrinsic compositional nature and interrelationships among these behaviors.Therefore,it is necessary to investigate the integrated effects of 24-hour movement behaviors on depression in older adults with multimorbidity from a holistic,compositional perspective.Methods:From November 2024 to April 2025,a total of 226 older adult patients with multimorbidity were recruited from a tertiary hospital in Changzhou City.Data were collected using a general information questionnaire,the International Physical Activity Questionnaire–Short Form(IPAQ-SF),the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI),and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9(PHQ-9).Compositional data analysis and isotemporal substitution models were employed for statistical analysis.Results:The mean daily durations of Light-Intensity Physical Activity(LPA),Moderate-to-Vigorous Physical Activity(MVPA),Sedentary Behavior(SB),and Sleep(SLP)in older adults with multimorbidity were 402.48 min,12.04 min,511.52 min,and 458.68 min,respectively.The prevalence of depressive symptoms was 37.6%.Compositional data analysis revealed that SB was positively associated with depression(βSB=1.005,P=0.006),while SLP was negatively associated with depression(βSLP=−1.736,P<0.001).No statistically significant associations were found between MVPA or LPA and depression(P>0.05).In the 10-minute isotemporal substitution model,replacing SB with any other behavioral component was associated with a decrease in depression scores.Conversely,substituting SLP with either LPA or SB resulted in an increase in depression scores,while substituting SLP with MVPA led to a decrease in depression scores.The dose-response analysis revealed that,among the isotemporal substitution effects,replacing SB with SLP and replacing SLP with MVPA were the substitution pathways associated with the most rapid decline in depression scores,representing the greatest beneficial health effects.Conclusion:The prevalence of depression is notably high among older adults with multimorbidity.Reducing daily sedentary behavior(SB),maintaining adequate sleep(SLP),and increasing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity(MVPA)can improve depressive symptoms and enhance overall health in this population.
基金funded by the Guangxi Philosophy and Social Science Research Project,grant number 24XWC002.
文摘Background:In the Chinese context,the impact of short video applications on the psychological well-being of older adults is contested.While often examined through a pathological lens of addiction,this perspective may overlook paradoxical,context-dependent positive outcomes.Therefore,the main objective of this study is to challenge the traditional Compensatory Internet Use Theory by proposing and testing a chained mediation model that explores a paradoxical pathway from social support to life satisfaction via problematic social media use.Methods:Data were collected between July and August 2025 via the Credamo online survey platform,yielding 384 valid responses from Chinese older adults aged 60 and above.Key constructs were assessed using the Social Support Rating Scale(SSRS),Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale(BSMAS),Simplified UCLA Loneliness Scale,and Satisfaction with Life Scale(SWLS).A chained mediation model was tested using stepwise regression and non-parametric bootstrapping(5000 resamples),controlling for age,gender,household income,and health status.Results:The analysis revealed a paradoxical pathway,which was clarified by a key statistical suppression effect.Social support significantly and positively predicted problematic usage(β=0.157,p=0.002).After controlling for the suppressor effect of social support,problematic usage in turn negatively predicted social connectedness(β=−0.177,p<0.001).Finally,reduced social connectedness—reflecting a state of solitude—positively predicted life satisfaction(β=−0.227,p<0.001).Conclusion:The findings suggest that for older adults with sufficient offline social support,these resources may serve a“social empowerment”function.This empowerment allows behaviors measured as“problematic usage”to be theoretically reframed as a form of“deep immersive entertainment”.This immersion appears to occur alongside a state of“high-quality solitude”,which ultimately is associated with higher life satisfaction.This study provides a novel,non-pathological theoretical perspective on the consequences of high engagement with emerging social media,offering empirical grounds for non-abstinence-based intervention strategies.
基金supported by the Research Funds of the Center for Big Data and Population Health of IHM(grant number JKS2022015)the Key Scientific Research Fund of the Anhui Provincial Education Department(grant number2023AH050610)the Anhui Natural Science Foundation(grant number 1808085QH252)。
文摘In 2021,approximately 537 million people suffered from diabetes mellitus(DM)globally,and this figure will increase to approximately 783 million within the next quarter-century.The increasing burden of DM is a pressing global public health issue.Therefore,the early identification of high-risk groups and implementation of effective intervention measures is imperative.
基金Shanghai Philosophy and Social Science Planning General Project“Research on the Mechanism of Population Aging in the Yangtze River Delta Urban Agglomeration on Economic Growth”(2023ZSH002).
文摘This study aims to systematically explore the differences in health status between empty-nest and non-empty-nest older adults and further analyze the potential impact of empty-nest and non-empty-nest status on their physical and mental health.The study surveyed older adult populations in Anhui Province(N=379,average age=69.51 years)to assess their mental and physical health.Correlation analysis,multiple linear regression analysis,and propensity score matching were used to quantify the health differences between empty-nest and non-empty-nest older adults.Multiple linear regression analysis showed that empty-nest status has a significant positive impact on mental health but a negative impact on physical health.Propensity score matching analysis further validated the main findings of the multiple regression analysis.These findings should be interpreted within specific contexts and conditions,considering individual characteristics and historical perspectives,and fully considering the actual circumstances of the respondents.
文摘Atrial fibrillation(AF)/atrial flutter(AFL)is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia.The known risk factors for developing AF/AFL include age,structural heart disease,hypertension,diabetes mellitus,or hyperthyroidism.This study aims to attribute the trends in AF/AFL-related mortalities over the past two decades 1999-2020 concerning race and sex and disparity among them.To the best of our knowledge,this is the first study that estimates the trends and mortality due to AF/AFL from 1999-2020 in older adults in the United States.In this 21-year analysis of mortality data,we found a constant increase in mortality rates due to AF/AFL in older adults.From 1999 to 2020,the overall mortality in older adults aged 65 and above,regardless of sex and race,is found to be almost doubled i.e.about a 50.2%increase in the number of deaths due to AF/AFL.Furthermore,other confounding risk factors such has obesity,prior myocardial infarction,inflammation,hypertension,birth weight,diabetes mellitus,hyperthyroidism,hormone replacement therapy in menopausal women increases the risk in the occurrence or recurrent occurrence of AF.
文摘As drivers age, roadway conditions may become more challenging, particularly when normal aging is coupled with cognitive decline. Driving during lower visibility conditions, such as inclement weather, is especially challenging for older drivers due to their sensitivity to glare and reduced visibility. As a result, older drivers may adjust their behavior during adverse weather. This paper explores the differential impacts of weather on older drivers with cognitive decline compared to older drivers with normal cognitive function. Data were from a naturalistic driving study of older drivers in Omaha, Nebraska. Driver speed and weather data were extracted and the correlation between speed compliance, road weather conditions, and the cognitive/neurological status of the drivers was examined. Speed compliance was used as the surrogate safety measure since driving at lower speeds can indicate that the driver is challenged by roadway or environmental conditions and can therefore indicate a risk. The percentage of time during a trip when drivers were 16.1 kph under the speed limit was modeled as the dependent variable using beta regression. The variables that resulted in the best fit model were mild cognitive impairment (MCI), age group, traffic density, and weather. Results indicated that the youngest group of older drivers (young-old) spent less time driving at impeding speeds and had the least variability compared to the other two age groups. The middle group of older drivers (middle-old) had the highest amount of time driving at impeding speeds and had more variability than young-old drivers. The oldest group of older drivers (old-old) were the most likely to drive at impeding speeds and had the most variability. In general, older drivers were more likely to drive at impeding speeds during peak hours than during non-peak hours. Additionally, in most cases, older drivers spent less time below the speed limit when the weather was clear than in adverse conditions. Results indicate that older drivers are impacted by weather conditions, and distinct patterns were noted between older drivers who were cognitively impaired compared to drivers with normal cognition.
文摘In this editorial,I comment on the article conducted by Yang and Woo.Mental health in older adults remains underserved and underexamined,with final decades shaped by cumulative life stressors,chronic conditions,and social determinants that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.In this study,I would like to synthesize current evidence on the prevalence,presentation,and trajectories of mental health concerns among older adults,highlighting common challenges such as late-life depression,anxiety,cognitive concerns,and underutilization of care.I am going to examine barriers to outreach and treatment,including stigma,cultural and linguistic mismatches,access limitations,and gaps in geriatric mental health services.The analysis in the paper identifies promising pathways to improve outcomes:Community-engaged interventions,culturally tailored care models,integration of mental health with primary and geriatric care,and policy reforms to expand coverage and reduce disparities.As a conclusion,with actionable recommendations for clinicians,researchers,policymakers,and community organizations to break the silence,enhance early detection,and foster resilient aging through equitable,person-centered approaches.
文摘BACKGROUND Human beings,by nature,have many expectations that create a feeling of anxiety about the future,but they are endured and long-ranged.They expect to have relationships with others and need to perceive an emotional interest,an interpersonal bond,and sustainment to continue living.Perceiving this link is required for feelings of belongingness,which decreases future anxiety.AIM To investigate the future anxiety and belongingness of young and older adults and determine their relationships.METHODS The study was conducted with 404 volunteer participants.Data were collected using the demographic characteristics from the“Dark Future Scale”and“General Belongingness Scale”.RESULTS The mean age of older adults was 66.76±3.74,while that of younger adults was 36.72±10.12.The average score for“future anxiety”was 18.81±7.59,and for“general belongingness",it was 63.31±1.40.Findings indicated a reverse correlation between future anxiety and belongingness.A significant difference in belonging scores was observed between young and older adults(P=0.016,which is<0.05),whereas no significant difference was found regarding future anxiety scores(P>0.05).CONCLUSION Participants had a moderate level of“future anxiety”and higher“belongingness”.Lower belongingness scores correlated with increased future anxiety.Older adults reported a lower sense of belonging than younger individuals.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(72364004)the Guangxi Natural Science Foundation(2021JJA180017)+4 种基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFC2506202)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(project number YG2024ZD25)Three-year action plan for Shanghai's public health system construction(GWVI-2.1.4)Projects of Guangxi Philosophy and Social Science Research(23FGL038)Guangxi Key Research Base of Humanities and Social Sciences in Universities-Research Center for Health and Economic&Social Development(2025RWB13).
文摘To the editor:China is undergoing a profound demo-graphic transition,with the proportion of adults aged 65 and older reaching 14.9%in 2022 and projected to continue rising due to declining birth rates and increased life expectancy.1 This ageing trend has brought mental health in late life into sharp focus as a growing public health issue.
文摘Objectives:Walking sports,whereby traditional disciplines of sport modify gameplay by limiting physical activity to walking only,may offer benefits for physical activity engagement and subjective wellbeing outcomes in older adults.Questionnaires were used to collect physical activity and health related data from a cross section of older South Australian walking sports participants(n=56),which was compared to a population-based sample of their peers(n=1817)to explore these potential benefits.Methods:Ordinal logistic regression and linear regression were used for between-group comparisons across three subgroups of participants,who reported engaging in:(1)walking sports,(2)traditional sports,and(3)no sport.All analyses were adjusted for age,marital status,education and employment status.Results:Compared to walking sports participants,those who did not participate in sports were more than twice as likely to report poorer self-rated health.Walking sports and traditional sports participants reported meeting the minimum weekly physical activity requirements.No significant differences in subjective wellbeing were found between the three participant subgroups.Conclusions:Older adults who participated in walking sports had significantly higher self-rated health and physical activity levels,than those not involved in sports.Therefore,sport organisations should consider offering walking sports programs to engage older adults who face barriers to engaging in traditional sports,supporting their continued involvement in physical activity.
基金Supported by Suzhou Hepatobiliary Surgery Clinical Medical Center Construction Fund Project,No.szlcyxzxj202107。
文摘BACKGROUND With an aging society,older patients undergoing cholecystectomy often have multiple chronic diseases and require long-term multi-medication.Medication complexity significantly increases the risk of medication errors and adverse reactions,and effective nursing interventions are urgently required to ensure medication safety.AIM To investigate the efficacy of evidence-based nursing practices in mitigating polypharmacy risks among Suzhou Municipal Hospital Road Front Yard Area,thereby providing clinical guidance.METHODS The sixty older patients who underwent cholecystectomy between September 2024 and September 2025 treated with polypharmacy were enrolled.Using random number tables,hey were divided into study and control groups(n=30 each),who received routine medication nursing and evidence-based nursing,respectively.Pre-intervention and post-intervention comparisons were made between groups for medication knowledge,competence,and adherence scores.The incidences of duplicate medications,missed doses,self-discontinuation,unauthorized alterations,schedule changes,and adverse reaction rates assessed potential medication risks.RESULTS Both the study and control groups showed significant increases in medication knowledge,management competence,and adherence scores after intervention(all P<0.05).The study group had higher post-intervention scores(medication knowledge:87.29±5.09 vs 70.62±5.38;medication management competence:63.22±3.11 vs 56.19±4.08;medication adherence:7.13±1.04 vs 6.05±1.03,all P<0.05).The incidence of duplicate medication,missed doses,self-discontinuation,unauthorized dose alterations,and schedule modifications decreased in both groups post-intervention(all P<0.05),with lower rates in the study group(duplicate medication:13.33%vs 30.0%;missed doses:10.0%vs 26.67%;all P<0.05).The study group had a lower adverse reaction rate(3.33%vs 26.67%,P<0.05)and more patients with potential medication hazard level 0(83.33%vs 53.33%),while fewer patients had level 2 and 3 hazards(3.33%vs 16.67%and 0%vs 10.00%,respectively;all P<0.05).CONCLUSION Evidence-based nursing for polypharmacy risks in older adults undergoing cholecystectomy can enhance medication awareness,improve management and adherence,reduce adverse behaviors,and lower adverse reactions and hazard levels.
基金Supported by FAPESP and Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Cientifico e Tecnologico,No.2024/13209-0.
文摘Addiction literacy equips older adults with the knowledge to navigate substance use risks amid unique challenges like polypharmacy and social isolation.With rising trends in cannabis use among this group,targeted education can promote safe practices and reduce preventable harms.By fostering open conversations and integrating addiction literacy into healthcare,providers can support informed decision-making.
文摘Objectives:This study aimed to develop a mobile frailty management platform for Chinese communitydwelling older adults and evaluate its effectiveness,usability and safety.Methods:Based on literature research,the research team combined the frailty cycle and integration models,self-determination theory,and technology acceptance models and determined the frailty interventions through expert discussion,then transformed it into multimedia resources,finally,engineers developed the mobile management platform.A cluster sampling,parallel,single-blind,controlled quasiexperimental trial was conducted.Sixty older adults from two community health service centers were recruited from March to August 2023.The control group received routine community care,while the intervention group used the mobile frailty management platform.The incidence of frailty,scores of quality of life,depression,sleep quality,and grip strength within 12 weeks were compared between the two groups,and the availability and safety of the platform were assessed.Results:A total of 52 participants completed the study,27 in the intervention group and 25 in the control group.At 12 weeks after the intervention,the frailty state of the intervention group was reversed to prefrailty.There were no significant differences in the scores of quality of life,depression,sleep quality,and grip strength between the two groups before and 4 weeks after intervention.At 8 weeks and 12 weeks after the intervention,the quality of life,depression,and grip strength of the intervention group were improved with statistical significance(P<0.05).Sleep quality was statistically significant only 12 weeks after the intervention(P<0.05).System Usability Scale score for the platform was(87.96±5.88),indicating a highly satisfactory user experience.Throughout the intervention,no adverse events were reported among the older adults.Conclusions:The mobile frailty management platform effectively improved frailty status,depressive mood,sleep quality,grip strength,and quality of life for Chinese community-dwelling older adults.It holds clinical application value and is an effective tool for strengthening frailty management among Chinese community-dwelling older adults.
文摘Falls remain a prevalent source of injury in daily life and underlying aetiology of falls are often complex and multi-factorial.[1,2]Older persons living with heart failure(OPLHF)are of a particular interest when discussing falls as multiple factors associated with heart failure(HF)aetiology and treatment are assumedly implicated in falls occurrence.A retrospective study reported a 14%increased risk of falls among OPLHF,and prospective data has shown that up to 40%of HF patients may experience a fall within a year from diagnosis.
文摘As the population of older Asian Americans continues to grow rapidly,understanding their mental health needs has become increasingly critical.This literature review summarizes current issues,developments,and future directions in addressing the mental health challenges faced by older Asian Americans in the last five years.We briefly touch on the comparative prevalence of mental health disorders experienced by ethnic subgroups.Additionally,we review recent studies highlighting the role of the coronavirus disease 2019,racism,social support,cultural stigma,and self-rated health as significant factors influencing mental well-being of this population.We discuss the utilization of health services among older Asian Americans.We conclude with thoughts for future research,emphasizing the importance of longitudinal studies,consideration of diverse Asian American ethnic subgroups,and culturally sensitive diagnostic and treatment approaches.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province,China(Grant No.2023J01133509)by The Key Projects on Civil Affairs Policy and Theory Research in Fujian Province(Grant No.FMZD202402).
文摘Background:Patient participation is crucial for medication safety among older adults with chronic diseases transitioning from hospital to home,yet evidence on its levels and influencing factors remains limited.This study investigated the current state and predictors of such participation during this critical period.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted among older adults discharged from two tertiary hospitals in Fujian,China(October-December 2023).Data were collected using a general information questionnaire,a self-developed behavior scale,the Health Literacy Management Scale,General Self-Efficacy Scale,Facilitation of Patient Involvement Scale,and Family Support Scale.Analyses included ANOVA,Pearson correlation,and multiple stepwise regression.Results:Among 302 valid responses,the mean score for participation in medication safety behaviors was 68.59±11.62,indicating a moderate level.Health literacy,self-efficacy,healthcare worker support,and family support were positively correlated with participation(all P<0.01).Multiple regression identified daily medication frequency,health literacy,self-efficacy,and healthcare worker support as significant predictors,explaining 18.3%of the variance.Conclusion:Participation in medication safety among older chronic disease patients during care transitions requires improvement.Enhancing health literacy,self-efficacy,and healthcare worker support,while considering medication frequency,can promote patient involvement and medication safety.
