Adverse Childhood Experiences and Social Participation on Frailty State Transitions
Author Information
Author(s): Li Jiajia, Pei Heming, Kang Ning, Chen Gong, Pei Lijun
Primary Institution: Peking University
Hypothesis
This study aimed to investigate the association between ACEs and frailty state transition, alongside the moderation effect of social participation.
Conclusion
High levels of ACEs exposure were associated with a greater likelihood of adverse frailty development.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants exposed to higher ACEs levels (≥ 4) were associated with an increased risk of forward transition.
- Participants with social participation were associated with increased risk of backward transition.
- Social participation moderated the association between ACEs exposure and frailty.
Takeaway
If kids have tough experiences when they're young, they might have a harder time staying healthy as they get older, but being social can help them.
Methodology
Data from 9,621 adults aged 45+ from the CHARLS (2011-2020) were analyzed using multi-state models and interaction analysis.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 45 and older.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95%CI: 1.21-1.53; 95%CI: 1.17 - 1.62; 95%CI: 0.54 – 0.76; 95%CI: 1.02 – 1.27; 95%CI: 1.06 – 2.32; 95%CI: 1.02 – 2.17
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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