Social Engagement and Cognitive Function Among Older Mexican Heritage Latinos.

Liza Talavera-Garza, Michiyo Hirai, Joseph D Hovey

Department of Psychological Science, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, Texas, USA.Department of Psychological Science, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, Texas, USA. · pubmed

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Abstract

The current study examined the relationship between social engagement and cognitive function among older Mexican heritage Latinos in the U.S. Although social engagement has been identified as a factor that is protective against cognitive decline and dementia, its association with cognitive health in Mexican heritage Latinos is understudied.

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Research summary

The paper claims that social engagement is associated with cognitive function among older Mexican heritage Latinos. This study is relevant as it explores factors that may contribute to cognitive health in aging populations, addressing a potential protective mechanism against cognitive decline.

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