The Florey Adelaide Male Ageing Study (FAMAS): Design, procedures & participants
Author Information
Author(s): Martin Sean A, Haren Matthew T, Middleton Sue M, Wittert Gary A
Primary Institution: University of Adelaide
Hypothesis
What are the reproductive, physical, and psychological health factors affecting ageing men in Australia?
Conclusion
FAMAS allows a detailed investigation into the effects of bio-psychosocial and behavioural factors on the health and ageing of a largely representative group of Australian men.
Supporting Evidence
- FAMAS examines the health and health-related behaviours of men aged 35-80 years.
- Participants were recruited from the north-west regions of Adelaide.
- Follow-up questionnaires are completed annually to track health changes.
Takeaway
This study looks at how different factors affect the health of older men in Australia. It helps us understand what makes them healthy or unhealthy as they age.
Methodology
A longitudinal study involving approximately 1200 randomly selected men aged 35–80 years, with follow-up clinics every five years and annual questionnaires.
Potential Biases
Potential selection and observational bias due to non-responders being more likely to live alone and have poorer health outcomes.
Limitations
Younger groups and never married men were under-represented, while elderly participants were over-represented.
Participant Demographics
Men aged 35-80 years from the north-west regions of Adelaide, with a mean age of 55.0 years.
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