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RESEARCH PAPER / 2025-10-07

The impact of Internet use on cognitive function in older adults: Based on the cognitive reserve hypothesis.

Ying Deng, Li Liu, Qian Yang, Tong Yu

Graduate School, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, Anhui, China. · pubmed

Abstract

With population aging accelerating, cognitive decline and high dementia prevalence among older adults pose significant challenges to active aging. The widespread use of the internet offers cognitive stimulation and social interaction, potentially improving cognitive function. Using 2020 China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey data, this study analyzes the impact of internet use on older adults' cognitive function. Results show that this study found a significant positive correlation between internet use and cognitive function in older adults (

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Research summary

The paper claims that internet use positively correlates with cognitive function in older adults. This research is relevant as it explores factors that may enhance cognitive function and potentially mitigate cognitive decline in the aging population, addressing a significant aspect of active aging.

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