Neighborhood Quality and Cognitive Function
Author Information
Author(s): Cerino Eric, Goldtooth Amanda, Livingston Raechel, Horowitz Chloe, Witzel Dakota, Rush Jonathan, McCoy Megan, McCarthy Michael
Primary Institution: Northern Arizona University
Hypothesis
How does interpersonal stressor control moderate the relationship between neighborhood quality and cognitive function?
Conclusion
Better neighborhood quality may improve cognitive health, particularly for those with lower control over interpersonal stressors.
Supporting Evidence
- Better neighborhood quality is associated with better cognitive function.
- The relationship is stronger for individuals with lower interpersonal stressor control.
- No long-term cognitive function benefits were observed after ten years.
Takeaway
Living in a nicer neighborhood can help your brain stay healthy, especially if you find it hard to handle arguments or stress with others.
Methodology
Data from the Midlife in the United States study and the National Study of Daily Experiences were used to analyze the effects of stressor control and neighborhood quality on cognitive function.
Limitations
No prospective associations with cognitive function ten years later were found.
Participant Demographics
Participants had a mean age of 62.09 years, with 56.65% being female.
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