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  • Cognitive function in the elderly is influenced by multiple factors.
  • Understanding these predictors is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
  • Biopsychosocial and cognitive reserve perspectives offer frameworks for analysis.

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  • To identify predictors of cognitive function in community-dwelling elderly in Malaysia.
  • To examine the influence of biopsychosocial factors and cognitive reserve on cognitive performance.
  • To develop and test a biopsychosocial model of cognitive function.

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  • A sample of 2322 Malaysian elderly were randomly selected.
  • Data collected included socio-demographics, biomarkers, psychosocial status, disability, and cognitive function.
  • Statistical analysis employed SPSS and AMOS for model testing.

Main Results:

  • The biopsychosocial model demonstrated a good fit with the data.
  • Psychosocial stress and metabolic syndrome negatively predicted cognitive function.
  • Psychosocial stress emerged as the primary predictor; socio-demographic factors also showed effects, while disability did not.

Conclusions:

  • Cognitive function in Malaysian elderly is influenced by a combination of factors.
  • Psychosocial well-being is a significant determinant of cognitive function.
  • Clinical and community assessments should incorporate psychosocial well-being alongside medical conditions.