Social Connectedness and Cognitive Function in Later Life: GrimAge as an Epigenetic Mediating Pathway.

Layla Katharine Santana, Siyun Peng, Hongdao Meng

School of Aging Studies University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA.School of Aging Studies University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA. · pubmed

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Abstract

ObjectivesTo test whether epigenetic aging mediates associations between social connectedness and later cognitive function among U.S. older adults.MethodsUsing Health and Retirement Study data (

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Research summary

The paper claims that epigenetic aging mediates the relationship between social connectedness and cognitive function in older adults. This research is relevant as it explores the underlying mechanisms of aging and cognitive decline, potentially addressing root causes rather than just symptoms.

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