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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Linguistics

Background:

  • Subjective language complaints (SLC) are prevalent in aging populations.
  • Detailed investigation into SLC and its correlates is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the association between SLC and demographic/clinical variables.
  • To determine the relationship between SLC and objective cognitive performance.

Main Methods:

  • 479 adults aged 50+ without brain disorders were assessed.
  • Two SLC questions (proper name retrieval, word finding difficulties) were administered.
  • Cognitive tests, depression scale, and regression analyses were performed.

Main Results:

  • Word finding difficulties (47.6%) were more frequent than proper name retrieval issues (10.9%).
  • Both SLC types were more common in women, those with depressive symptoms, and individuals living alone.
  • SLC significantly impacted semantic fluency and episodic memory performance.

Conclusions:

  • Subjective language complaints are notably common in older adults living alone or experiencing depression.
  • SLC are linked to diminished performance in specific memory and executive function tests.
  • Further research is required to ascertain the predictive value of SLC for cognitive decline.