Gender Differences in Reports of Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Cantu Phillip
Primary Institution: University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, United States
Hypothesis
This study investigates gender disparities in informant reports of cognitive function across the US and Mexico.
Conclusion
The study found that informants in the U.S. were more likely to report symptoms of cognitive decline than those in Mexico, with notable gender differences in the types of cognitive issues reported.
Supporting Evidence
- Informants in the U.S. reported more symptoms of cognitive decline than those in Mexico.
- Women were more likely to have memory issues reported by informants in both countries.
- There were fewer gender differences in orientation questions, possibly due to high levels of impairment.
Takeaway
This study looks at how men and women report memory problems in older adults, finding that people in the U.S. report more issues than those in Mexico.
Methodology
Logistic regressions were used to model the relationship between gender and informant reports, analyzing data from two studies.
Participant Demographics
Participants included older adults from the U.S. and Mexico, with data on age, gender, education, and cognitive scores.
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