Indian Research on Aging and Dementia
Author Information
Author(s): Shaji K. S., Jithu V. P., Jyothi K. S.
Primary Institution: Department of Psychiatry, Medical College, Thrissur, Kerala, India
Hypothesis
What is the state of research on aging and dementia in India?
Conclusion
There is a need for more community-based interventions to manage depression and dementia among older adults in India.
Supporting Evidence
- Most Indian studies on dementia were published outside the Indian Journal of Psychiatry.
- High prevalence of psychiatric morbidity was reported among community resident older people.
- Depression was identified as the most common mental health problem in late life.
Takeaway
This study looks at how many articles have been written about aging and dementia in India and finds that there aren't enough. We need to help older people with problems like depression.
Methodology
The authors reviewed articles published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry from 1958 to 2009 related to aging and dementia.
Limitations
The review did not systematically identify studies published in other journals.
Participant Demographics
The review focused on studies involving older adults, particularly those above 60 years.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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