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View article: The impact of osteoarthritis and geriatric depression scale on mini-mental state examination trajectories over seven years
The impact of osteoarthritis and geriatric depression scale on mini-mental state examination trajectories over seven years Open
Cognitive decline is influenced by factors such as inflammation, reduced physical activity, chronic pain, and depression. Osteoarthritis (OA), the most prevalent form of arthritis, may contribute to cognitive impairment through these mecha…
View article: Effect of cognitive training on cortisol levels in patients with neurocognitive disorders
Effect of cognitive training on cortisol levels in patients with neurocognitive disorders Open
Objectives Elevated cortisol levels are linked to a greater risk and faster progression of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs). While interventions such as exercise and mindfulness have shown benefits in reducing cortisol, the impact of cognit…
View article: Sensory Dysfunction As a Marker of Clinical Phenotype Across the Lewy Body Disease Spectrum
Sensory Dysfunction As a Marker of Clinical Phenotype Across the Lewy Body Disease Spectrum Open
Background Lewy Body Disease (LBD) presents with a complex phenotype encompassing neuropsychiatric, motor, and autonomic symptoms, with substantial clinical variability across individuals. Sensory impairments - particularly in vision, hear…
View article: Changes in Geriatric Depression Scale scores in relation to physical performance, inflammatory status, and hippocampal atrophy over a 7-year follow-up: Data from the Pro.V.A. study
Changes in Geriatric Depression Scale scores in relation to physical performance, inflammatory status, and hippocampal atrophy over a 7-year follow-up: Data from the Pro.V.A. study Open
Physical performance measures are associated with GDS scores. While this relationship warrants further exploration, monitoring physical function may serve as a valuable intervention target for improving mental health in older adults.
View article: The Impact of Atrial Fibrillation on Physical Performance in Older Adults: A Longitudinal Study in Relation to Cognitive Function
The Impact of Atrial Fibrillation on Physical Performance in Older Adults: A Longitudinal Study in Relation to Cognitive Function Open
AF impacts physical performance, notably walking speed and handgrip strength, varying by cognitive decline and sex. Multidisciplinary interventions, including optimized AF management and geriatric care strategies, are crucial for preservin…
View article: Body weight trajectories from midlife are associated with cognitive decline in advanced age
Body weight trajectories from midlife are associated with cognitive decline in advanced age Open
Fluctuations in body weight may impact cognitive decline, but current evidence is inconclusive. The aim of this study is to investigate associations between body weight trajectories from midlife to later life and cognitive decline. This re…
View article: The interplay of caregiver-patient interactions: Investigating the relationship between burden, anosognosia, and coping strategies
The interplay of caregiver-patient interactions: Investigating the relationship between burden, anosognosia, and coping strategies Open
Dementia significantly burdens caregivers, increasing depressive and anxious symptoms. This impact is influenced by patient characteristics, anosognosia, and caregiver coping strategies. This study aims to analyze these factors and their r…
View article: Motor markers of congenital cerebellar hypoplasia
Motor markers of congenital cerebellar hypoplasia Open
The Reach-to-Grasp (RtG) movement is a fundamental feature of human competence and a widely adopted model for the study of functional movements in both healthy and disease-affected individuals. In particular, 3-D kinematic analysis of RtG …
View article: Deep into Cognition: The Neuropsychological Identikit of Younger and Older Individuals after COVID-19 Infection
Deep into Cognition: The Neuropsychological Identikit of Younger and Older Individuals after COVID-19 Infection Open
The literature on COVID-19 continues to increase daily. Cognitive sequelae associated with COVID-19 infection still draw the attention of the scientific community given the lack of consensus about their existence, etiology, characterizatio…
View article: Key needs, quality performance indicators and outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation and multimorbidity: The AFFIRMO study
Key needs, quality performance indicators and outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation and multimorbidity: The AFFIRMO study Open
Background Patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) often have concomitant long-term conditions that negatively impact their quality of life and the clinical management they receive. The AFFIRMO study aimed to identify the needs, quality per…
View article: The potential of cannabinoids in managing cancer-related anorexia in older adults: a systematic review of the literature
The potential of cannabinoids in managing cancer-related anorexia in older adults: a systematic review of the literature Open
Cannabinoids offer promise in enhancing the quality of life for older individuals with active neoplastic disease. However, to establish comprehensive guidelines, further research with larger sample sizes is essential. Only through this app…
View article: Trauma Shaping the Psychopathological Correlates of Patients with Long-COVID: A 6-Months Longitudinal Study with Repeated Measures Mixed Models
Trauma Shaping the Psychopathological Correlates of Patients with Long-COVID: A 6-Months Longitudinal Study with Repeated Measures Mixed Models Open
This research aimed at investigating how the experience of trauma can influence the psychological correlates of long-COVID over time in a clinical sample of patients hospitalized because of COVID-19. Through a longitudinal research design,…
View article: The Telephone Language Screener (TLS): standardization of a novel telephone-based screening test for language impairment
The Telephone Language Screener (TLS): standardization of a novel telephone-based screening test for language impairment Open
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View article: The Telephone Language Screener (TLS): standardization of a novel telephone-based screening test for language impairment
The Telephone Language Screener (TLS): standardization of a novel telephone-based screening test for language impairment Open
This set of raw data is accessible under request as including sensitive information. Please write your request to: [email protected]
View article: Recognizing Depression in the Elderly: Practical Guidance and Challenges for Clinical Management
Recognizing Depression in the Elderly: Practical Guidance and Challenges for Clinical Management Open
Depression is one of the most common mood disorders in the late-life population and is associated with poor quality of life and increased morbidity, disability and mortality. Nevertheless, in older adults, it often remains undetected and u…
View article: Global Examination of Mental State: An open tool for the brief evaluation of cognition
Global Examination of Mental State: An open tool for the brief evaluation of cognition Open
Background The aim of this paper is to present a freely accessible new instrument for the evaluation of cognition: the Global Examination of Mental State (GEMS). Methods It is made up of 11 items tapping into a range of skills, such as Ori…