Understanding Personal Responsibility in Dementia Risk
Author Information
Author(s): Peckham Allie, Maxfield Molly, James Dara
Primary Institution: Arizona State University
Hypothesis
How do community dwelling middle-aged and older adults perceive lifestyle interventions aimed at reducing dementia risk?
Conclusion
Participants felt a sense of personal responsibility for engaging in lifestyle interventions to lower their chances of dementia.
Supporting Evidence
- 23 participants discussed dementia risk.
- 13 participants felt a degree of personal responsibility for their dementia risk.
- 4 participants believed they had personal responsibility and control and actively engaged in lifestyle interventions.
- 9 participants engaged in lifestyle interventions to find comfort in potential dementia diagnosis.
Takeaway
The study found that many older adults believe they can control their risk of dementia through lifestyle choices, but this can also lead to stigma for those diagnosed with dementia.
Methodology
Secondary framework analysis of 50 semi-structured interviews.
Limitations
The study may not fully capture the perspectives of all individuals affected by dementia due to its focus on community dwelling adults.
Participant Demographics
Community dwelling middle-aged and older adults.
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