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  • Gerontology
  • Neuroscience
  • Public Health

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  • Cognitive impairment is a growing concern in aging populations.
  • The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) provides criteria for assessing neurocognitive disorders (NCD).
  • Understanding factors influencing cognitive function in community-dwelling older adults is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the relationship between cognitive function classifications (using DSM-5 criteria) and various factors in community-dwelling older adults.
  • To identify sociodemographic, lifestyle, comorbidity, and motor function correlates of different NCD severity levels.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional study of 347 community-dwelling older adults analyzed sociodemographic data, habits, comorbidities, and cognitive-motor function.
  • Four groups were identified: no cognitive disorder, mild NCD (<70 years), mild NCD (≥70 years), and major NCD.
  • Factors associated with mild NCD included marital status, physical activity, diabetes, frailty, occupation, living alone, and heart disease. Grip strength was linked to major NCD.

Impact:

  • This research aids in risk stratification for cognitive impairment within communities.
  • Findings highlight the multifactorial nature of mild NCD, emphasizing the role of lifestyle and clinical factors.
  • Results can inform public health strategies and clinical practice for cognitive health in older adults.