English Longitudinal Study of Aging: Can Internet/E-mail Use Reduce Cognitive Decline?

Xavier, André Junqueira; d’Orsi, Eleonora; Oliveira, César de; Orrell, Martin; Demakakos, Panayotes; Biddulph, Jane; Marmot, Michael

doi:10.1093/gerona/glu105

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“…Occupation of leisure time browsing the Internet was significantly associated to all primerCOG activities, greatly contributing to a better performance. More and more, it is acknowledged that digital literacy is important and can help reducing the risk of cognitive decline, regardless of age and socioeconomic status of individuals (Xavier et al, 2014), and this finding may explain the participants' results on the present study. Also, familiarity with technological devices can contribute to more positive results in the execution of the activities, achieved by these participants.…”

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The influence of sociodemographic characteristics and leisure activities in the performance on cognitive training platform primerCOG

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. The influence of sociodemographic characteristics and leisure activities in the performance on cognitive training platform primerCOG.Millenium, 2(3), 13-22. ABSTRACTIntroduction: Society is rapidly aging, and there is a consequent increase in the prevalence of dementia. Cognitive deficits are related to many variables, some of them are pointed out as possible protectors. According to cognitive reserve theory, practicing stimulating activities throughout life may lead to a decrease in the risk of dementia. In this context, MediaPrimer is developing primerCOG, an online platform for cognitive training, which includes eleven cognitive stimulating activities for seniors. Objective: Evaluate the influence of variables age and education, and leisure activities, on maximum level achieved in primerCOG's activities. Methods: Quantitative non-experimental and transversal design. Sample includes 30 cognitively healthy seniors. Results: Positive associations were observed between the participants' level of education and the maximum level of performance in all activities. On the other hand, there was a negative association of performance in the majority of activities with the participants' age. Additionally, it was found that participants who regularly practiced cognitively stimulating leisure time activities performed better in activities. Conclusions:Results confirm that some variables influence cognitive performance in cognitively healthy seniors, which may be useful to understand the development of dementia. In the future, it will be important to replicate the study with new variables, such as the number of hours spent per day in the activities or the participant's pre-morbid IQ.

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The influence of sociodemographic characteristics and leisure activities in the performance on cognitive training platform primerCOG

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“…This is a new and promising field of study, since digital inclusion of the elderly is a recent phenomenon with various positive effects on health and quality of life. Studies show that elderly Internet users have healthier habits 24,39 and better functional capacity 24,40 and cognitive status 41 , which can foster better self-rated health. Elderly that use new technologies are also motivated to improve their connection to the world, seek communication and interaction, especially with family and friends, pursue possibilities for leisure, and want to feel less excluded from society in the digital age 42 .…”

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Autopercepção positiva de saúde em idosos: estudo populacional no Sul do Brasil

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“…Sorrell (2006) recommends that social workers routinely refer to trusted websites such as the Center for Medicare Education and the Pfizer Clear Health Communication Initiative. Researchers have discovered a link between higher digital literacy (use of e-mail/Internet) and a reduction in cognitive decline among older adults (Xavier et al, 2014). The use of computer training outreach programs and trusted health websites can reduce health inequalities by encouraging health promotion, disease prevention, disease management, and greater patient advocacy.…”

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Low Health Literacy and Older Adults: Meanings, Problems, and Recommendations for Social Work

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2015

Social Work in Health Care

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Many older adults struggle to manage their health care problems. Low health literacy exacerbates such struggles and contributes to a variety of adverse health behaviors and outcomes. Addressing how health literacy impinges on the lives of older adults is a neglected area of social work practice and knowledge. This article explores seven areas: defining health literacy, the problem and prevalence of low health literacy among older adults, health inequalities and health literacy, a brief literature review, neglected issues in the literature, suggestions for macro and micro social work interventions to improve health literacy for older adult populations, and conclusion.

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English Longitudinal Study of Aging: Can Internet/E-mail Use Reduce Cognitive Decline?

Abstract: Digital literacy may help reduce cognitive decline among persons aged between 50 and 89 years.

Cited by 87 publications

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The influence of sociodemographic characteristics and leisure activities in the performance on cognitive training platform primerCOG

The influence of sociodemographic characteristics and leisure activities in the performance on cognitive training platform primerCOG

Autopercepção positiva de saúde em idosos: estudo populacional no Sul do Brasil

Low Health Literacy and Older Adults: Meanings, Problems, and Recommendations for Social Work

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