Problematic Social Media Use and Perceived Social Isolation in Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional StudyGerontology - Tập 66 Số 2 - Trang 160-168 - 2020
Dar Meshi, Shelia R. Cotten, Andrew R. Bender
<b><i>Background:</i></b> Social isolation in older adults is associated with numerous adverse health outcomes. In today’s digital society, if individuals perceive themselves to be socially isolated, they can take steps to interact with others on social media platforms. Research with younger adults indicates that social media use is positively linked to social isola...... hiện toàn bộ
Effects of Age on Gastric Alkaline and Nonparietal Fluid Secretion in HumansGerontology - Tập 44 Số 4 - Trang 222-227 - 1998
Mark Feldman, Byron Cryer
Little is known about the effect of age on gastric alkaline and nonparietal secretion. Using a previously validated technique, we prospectively measured gastric HCO<sup>–</sup><sub>3</sub> and nonparietal volume secretion, as well as secretion of H<sup>+</sup>, Na<sup>+</sup>, K<sup>+</sup>, and Cl<sup>–</sup>, in 114 ...... hiện toàn bộ
Evaluation of Gastric Motor Activity in the Elderly by Electrogastrography and the <sup>13</sup>C-Acetate Breath TestGerontology - Tập 48 Số 6 - Trang 381-386 - 2002
Chikao Shimamoto, Ichiro Hirata, Yutaka Hiraike, Nozomi Takeuchi, Toshiyuki Nomura, Ken‐ichi Katsu
<i>Background:</i> Elderly people frequently have symptoms of fullness and appetite loss due to impaired gastric motor activity. These symptoms may cause malnutrition, immunosuppression and other complications. <i>Objective:</i> The effects of aging and daily activity on gastric motility in the elderly were investigated by electrogastrography and the <sup>13&l...... hiện toàn bộ
Is Anaemia a Risk Factor for Delirium in an Acute Geriatric Population?Gerontology - Tập 52 Số 6 - Trang 382-385 - 2006
Etienne Joosten, Joke Lemiengre, Tine Nelis, Geert Verbeke, Koen Milisen
<i>Background/Objective:</i> Delirium is a common clinical problem in elderly patients. We aim to investigate whether anaemia is a risk factor for delirium in a hospitalized geriatric population. <i>Methods:</i> During a 5-month prospective study, we investigated 190 elderly patients aged 70 years and older with a baseline Mini-Mental State Examination (short versio...... hiện toàn bộ
Long-Term Effects of Individually Tailored Physical Training and Activity on Physical Function, Well-Being and Cognition in Scandinavian Nursing Home Residents: A Randomized Controlled TrialGerontology - Tập 62 Số 6 - Trang 571-580 - 2016
Kerstin Frändin, Helena Grönstedt, Jorunn L. Helbostad, Astrid Bergland, Mette Andresen, Lis Puggaard, Karin Harms‐Ringdahl, Randi Granbo, Karin Hellström
<b><i>Background:</i></b> The preservation of physical functions such as muscle strength, balance and mobility is fundamental to maintaining independence in activities of daily living (ADL). The physical activity level of most nursing home residents is very low, which implies that they are often subject to a decline in health, mobility, autonomy and social contacts ...... hiện toàn bộ
Older Adults' Reasons for Using Technology while Aging in PlaceGerontology - Tập 62 Số 2 - Trang 226-237 - 2016
Sebastiaan Theodorus Michaël Peek, Katrien Luijkx, M. D. Rijnaard, Marianne Nieboer, C. S. van der Voort, Sil Aarts, Joost van Hoof, H.J.M. Vrijhoef, Eveline Wouters
<b><i>Background:</i></b> Most older adults prefer to age in place, and supporting older adults to remain in their own homes and communities is also favored by policy makers. Technology can play a role in staying independent, active and healthy. However, the use of technology varies considerably among older adults. Previous research indicates that current models of ...... hiện toàn bộ
Older Adults, Chronic Disease and Leisure-Time Physical ActivityGerontology - Tập 55 Số 1 - Trang 64-72 - 2009
Maureen C. Ashe, William C. Miller, Janice J. Eng, Luc Noreau
<i>Background:</i> Participating in regular physical activity is an important part of healthy aging. There is an increased risk for inactivity associated with aging and the risk becomes greater for adults who have a chronic disease. However, there is limited information on current physical activity levels for older adults and even less for those with chronic diseases. <i>...... hiện toàn bộ