JAMDA
September 7, 2023
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JAMDA
April 24, 2023
Sex Difference in the Association Between Sedentary Behavior and Sleep Quality: A Longitudinal Study Among Older Adults in Rural China
Sleep quality plays a vital role in maintaining health in older adults. Sedentary behavior may be a risk factor for poor sleep quality in older adults. This study aimed to explore the relationship between sedentary behavior and sleep quality among older adults in rural China and determine whether there is ...
JAMDA
December 27, 2022
Long-Term Care Preferences and Sexual Orientation–A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The number of sexual and gender minority older adults who require long-term care is steadily increasing. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to synthesize the evidence related to preference for long-term care with regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.
JAMDA
August 10, 2021
Sex Differences in the Associations of Handgrip Strength and Asymmetry With Multimorbidity: Evidence From the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing
To determine the sex-specific associations of handgrip strength (HGS) and asymmetry with incident multimorbidity and examine whether these relationships differ by sex.
JAMDA
June 29, 2021
Impact of Tailored Multicomponent Exercise for Preventing Weakness and Falls on Nursing Home Residents’ Functional Capacity
We aimed to determine whether the benefits of long (24 weeks) and short (4 weeks) training programs persisted after short (6 weeks) and long (14 weeks) periods of inactivity in older adult nursing home residents with sarcopenia.
JAMDA
May 3, 2021
Sex Differences in Behavioral and Psychological Signs and Symptoms of Dementia Presentation Regarding Nursing Home Residents with Cognitive Impairment Suffering from Pain – Results of the Services and Health for Elderly in Long-Term Care Study
Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) place a heavy burden on patients as well as caregivers. Recently, pain was identified as an important determinant of BPSD. However, it is not yet known what influence sex has on BPSD and pain. Thus, the present study aimed to identify possible associ...
JAMDA
February 28, 2019
Well-Being Among Older Gay and Bisexual Men and Women in England: A Cross-sectional Population Study
Lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) older people present an under-represented population in research, with limited research citing higher prevelance of depression, loneliness, rejection, and overall poorer health and well-being outcomes. Our study compares well-being, defined as quality of life, life satisfac...
JAMDA
September 27, 2017
Sex Differences in the Circumstances Leading to Falls: Evidence From Real-Life Falls Captured on Video in Long-Term Care
Falls are a major health concern for older adults. Understanding sex differences in fall circumstances may guide the design of fall management plans specifically to men and women. In this study, analyzed real-life falls captured on video to compare scenarios leading to falls between men and women in 2 long...
JAMDA
January 18, 2017
Development of a Healthy Aging Score in the Population-Based Rotterdam Study: Evaluating Age and Sex Differences
To develop a healthy aging score (HAS), to assess age and sex differences in HAS, and to evaluate the association of the HAS with survival.
JAMDA
October 3, 2015
Sex in Nursing Homes: A Survey of Nursing Home Policies Governing Resident Sexual Activity
To identify nursing home (NH) standards related to sexual activity and sexual relationships for residents through a nationwide survey of directors of nursing (DONs).
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