LIFECOURSE STRESS EXPOSURES, RESILIENCE, AND BIOBEHAVIORAL MECHANISMS UNDERLYING DISPARITIES IN COGNITIVE AGING
2024
Stress, Resilience, and Cognitive Aging Disparities
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Author Information
Author(s): Chen Ruijia
Primary Institution: Boston University
Hypothesis
How do life course stress exposures and resilience factors contribute to disparities in cognitive aging?
Conclusion
Understanding the impact of stress and social networks may help reduce disparities in Alzheimer's Disease risk.
Supporting Evidence
- Stress exposures across the lifespan contribute to social disparities in cognitive outcomes.
- Individuals from socially disadvantaged backgrounds are exposed to more stressors.
- Greater social networks are predictors of lower Alzheimer's Disease risk.
Takeaway
Stressful experiences in life can affect how our brains age, especially for people from different backgrounds. Having friends and support can help protect against these effects.
Methodology
The study applies advanced epidemiologic methods, including causal inference.
Participant Demographics
The study focuses on diverse racial and ethnic groups.
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