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Visual Acuity does not Moderate Effect Sizes of Higher-Level Cognitive Tasks. [PDF]
, 2016 Background/study contextDeclining visual capacities in older adults have been posited as a driving force behind adult age differences in higher-order cognitive functions (e.g., the "common cause" hypothesis of Lindenberger & Baltes, 1994, Psychology ...
Allen, Philip A +3 more
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Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective To investigate the overall use of prescription medications among individuals with multiple sclerosis compared to the general population, with a focus on treatments beyond disease‐modifying therapies. Methods We conducted a nationwide, registry‐based study in Denmark.
Josefine Windfeld‐Mathiasen +4 more
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Frailty and geriatric syndromes in elderly assisted in primary health care
Acta Scientiarum. Health Sciences, 2016 The aim of this study was to describe the association between frailty and geriatric syndromes (GS) [cognitive impairment (CI); postural instability (PI); urinary/fecal incontinence (UFI); polypharmacy (PP); and immobility (IM)] and the frequency of ...
Vera Elizabeth Closs +3 more
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Arthritis Care &Research, EarlyView.As many patients with inflammatory arthritis (IA) have chronic pain, understanding how to best assess and manage pain in IA is a priority. Comorbid depression is prevalent in adults with IA, affecting 15% to 39% of people. Although pain and depression are thought to be associated in IA, this concept is largely based on cross‐sectional data.
Natasha Cox +3 more
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Ageism in Rheumatology: The Health Care Professional's Perspective
Arthritis Care &Research, EarlyView.Objective Ageism (age‐based stereotypes, prejudice, or discrimination) is prevalent and linked to prolonged disability and reduced lifespan in older adults. Little is known about ageism within rheumatology. This study explores the health care professional's (HCP) perception of the care of older adults and how ageist attitudes or perspectives may impact
Aaron P. Smith +4 more
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How is the Frequency of Volunteering Associated with the Well-Being of Older Adults?: A Mini Review
Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics PlusVolunteering in the advancing years has received abundant attention amongst the ageing population. A mini review of past studies on the key concepts of volunteerism with regard to the research area on the well-being of OAs and the types of evidence ...
Karen Gan, M Ger +1 more
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Renewing Universities of the Third Age : challenges and visions for the future [PDF]
, 2009 The University of the Third Age [UTA] has developed into a global success story. Whether holding a ‘top-down’ administrative arrangement or embodying a culture of self-help, there can be no doubt as to the triumph of UTAs in meeting the educational ...
Formosa, Marvin
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Arthritis Care &Research, Accepted Article.Objectives Australian evidence on lived and care experiences of chronic musculoskeletal shoulder pain (CMSP), irrespective of disorder classification or disease, is limited. However, such evidence is important for person‐centred care and informing local service pathways and care guidelines or standards.
Sonia Ranelli +8 more
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Impact of swimming initiation on the physical fitness and mental health of elderly women
Acta Scientiarum. Health Sciences, 2019 This quasi-experimental study aimed to analyze the impact of swimming initiation on the physical fitness and mental health of 10 elderly women. It used the Senior Fitness Test, the Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale, the Geriatric Anxiety Inventory, the ...
Daniel Vicentini de Oliveira +3 more
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Gerontology Theory Communicated in the Primary Grades through Picture Books [PDF]
, 2018 Educational Objectives 1. To recognize children’s first literature as a means of socialization to aging and older people. 2. To identify children’s books that reflect basic principles of gerontology theory. 3.
Ansello, Edward F.
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