Internet Use and Cognitive Health in Older Brazilian Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Chen Xiayu, Farina Mateo, Andrade Flávia, Wang Kun
Primary Institution: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Hypothesis
This study evaluates the association between Internet use and cognitive health among Brazilian older adults.
Conclusion
Internet use is positively associated with cognitive functioning and memory in older adults in Brazil.
Supporting Evidence
- About 17% of older adults in the sample were Internet users.
- 69% of Internet users accessed the Internet daily.
- Internet use was positively associated with general cognitive functioning.
- Internet use was positively associated with memory.
- No significant association was found between Internet use and verbal fluency.
Takeaway
Using the Internet can help older people think better and remember things more easily.
Methodology
Multivariate linear regressions and Blinder-Oaxaca decomposition were used to analyze the data.
Limitations
The study may not fully represent all older adults in Brazil due to the sample size and demographic factors.
Participant Demographics
Older adults in Brazil, with a focus on socioeconomically and health-disadvantaged groups.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI 0.07-0.20 for cognitive functioning; 95% CI 0.10-0.28 for memory.
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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