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  • Gerontology
  • Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Psychology

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  • Cognitive decline in aging is often assessed using standardized tests, with below-average performance indicating pathological aging.
  • Brain morphology and function are also used to assess age-related cognitive decline, but links to cognitive changes are complex.
  • Current assessments may not reflect real-world functional impairments, highlighting a need for ecologically valid measures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss aspects relevant to a holistic view of the aging mind.
  • To promote a multidisciplinary approach in aging research.
  • To emphasize the translation of research into practice and interdisciplinary support for older adults.

Main Methods:

  • Review and discussion of current approaches to assessing cognitive aging.
  • Analysis of the limitations of standardized cognitive tests.
  • Conceptualization of functional cognition and its assessment in daily activities.

Main Results:

  • Standardized tests and brain metrics have limitations in assessing cognitive aging and its functional impact.
  • Cognitive performance in daily life is influenced by factors beyond cognition, including motivation and emotions.
  • There is a need for improved assessment tools for functional cognition.

Conclusions:

  • A holistic view of mental aging requires integrating cognitive, emotional, and motivational factors.
  • Developing ecologically valid assessment tools for functional cognition is essential.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration and practical application of research are vital for supporting the aging population.