Background The extension of the life span has led to an increase in the number of older
people and an increase in the prevalence of disability in people over 60 years of age. The …

Background This study evaluated the determinants of disability and quality of life in elderly
people who participated at the multi-centred RubiN project (Regional ununterbrochen …

Living arrangement has been reported to have a significant influence on several mental
health statuses of older adults, but their social network may confound this association. This …

Objective In the context of aging, Chinese families consisting of more than three generations
(grandparents, parents, children) are the norm. The second generation (parents) and other …

Objectives The quality of life (QoL) of the elderly and elder abuse are growing public health
concerns. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of abuse and the association …

Background Certain chronic diseases contribute to increased risks of Parkinson's disease
(PD), but the association between time-varying multimorbidity patterns and new-onset PD …

Objective Functional limitations are prevalent among aging demographics, especially
women. Structural and health factors, which vary worldwide, influence rates of functional …

Background Previous studies have documented the impact of intergenerational contact on
cognitive function in Chinese adults, however, few have focused on the possible mediating …

Background Functioning assessment is a key tool for health professionals to characterize
the person's degree of dependence and plan care. Objectives The objectives were:(1) know …

Background: Family support is essential in the daily activities of older adults, which can
impact their cognitive functions over time. This study investigates the hypothesis that there is …