Cultural Factors and Alzheimer's Disease Risk in Honor Cultures
Author Information
Author(s): Harrington Erin, Bock Jarrod
Primary Institution: University of Wyoming
Hypothesis
Honor cultures may contribute to increased risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias due to specific cultural behaviors.
Conclusion
Individuals in honor cultures are more likely to experience traumatic brain injury, subjective cognitive decline, and higher mortality rates from Alzheimer's disease.
Supporting Evidence
- Honor-orientation significantly predicts unintentional TBI death rates.
- Honor-orientation significantly predicts frequency of subjective cognitive decline.
- Honor-orientation significantly predicts Alzheimer's disease death rates.
Takeaway
People from honor cultures might have a higher chance of getting Alzheimer's because of their cultural behaviors that can lead to injuries and health issues.
Methodology
The study analyzed statewide data collected between 2009-2019 to examine the relationship between honor-orientation and various health outcomes.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to cultural stigma affecting help-seeking behaviors.
Limitations
The study is limited to statewide data and may not capture individual-level factors.
Participant Demographics
Data from various states in the US, focusing on honor cultures primarily in southern and western states.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001, p = 0.004, p = 0.048
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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