| Title | Housing Dissatisfaction and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2010 |
| Authors | James, III, RN, Sweaney, AL |
| Journal | Journal of Housing for the Elderly |
| Volume | 24 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pagination | 93-106 |
| Call Number | newpubs20091202_HousingDissatisfaction |
| Keywords | Consumption and Savings, Health Conditions and Status, Housing |
| Abstract | Analysis of a nationally representative, longitudinal survey of community-dwelling Americans over age 50 indicated that rating the physical condition of one s dwelling unit as poor predicted significantly more rapid cognitive decline in subsequent years. This relationship persisted after controlling for a variety of factors such as wealth, income, education, health, family status, neighborhood safety, depression, and initial cognitive ability. Dissatisfaction with the physical conditions of one s housing may have a direct effect on the rate of cognitive decline in older adults. Addressing housing inadequacy for older adults may thus produce a wider range of societal benefits than previously realized. |
| Endnote Keywords | Housing/Cognitive Function/Cognitive decline/Neighborhood Characteristics |
| Endnote ID | 21370 |
| Citation Key | 7431 |
