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Estela Calatayud1,2, Gabriel Lozano-Berges3,4, Patricia Peralta-Marrupe1
1Department of Physiatry and Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, 16765Universidad de Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain.
Summary
Workplace demands impact aging. High mental job demands correlate with better cognition but poorer daily function post-retirement. High physical demands are linked to lower cognition and function.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Occupational Health
- Cognitive Science
Background:
- The influence of employment on aging processes remains under-explored.
- Work occupies a significant portion of adult life, potentially impacting long-term health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of job demands on cognitive and functional status in older adults after retirement.
- To understand how different types of work-related stress influence healthy aging.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive observational study was conducted.
- 367 older adults (mean age 73.9 years) participated.
- Cognitive function and functional status (activities of daily living) were measured.
Main Results:
- Higher mental job demands were associated with better cognitive scores but poorer functional status in daily activities.
- Higher physical job demands were linked to lower cognitive scores and reduced functional performance.
- Statistical significance was observed for these associations (p < .05).
Conclusions:
- Work life experiences, specifically job demands, can influence cognitive and physical decline post-retirement.
- Healthy aging strategies should incorporate the impact of occupational history on age-related impairments.
- Further research is needed to develop targeted interventions.
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