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Cognitive Speed of Processing Training Can Promote Community Mobility among Older Adults : A Brief Review
Joint Authors
O'Connor, Melissa L.
Hudak, Elizabeth M.
Edwards, Jerri D.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2011, Issue 2011 (31 Dec. 2011), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2011-05-22
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Pharmacy, Health & Medical Sciences
Abstract EN
Background.
Community mobility is crucial for maintaining independent functioning and quality of life for older adults.
Purpose.
The present paper describes the relationship of cognition, particularly speed of processing as measured by the Useful Field of View Test, to mobility as indicated by driving behaviors, life space, and falls among healthy older adults.
Research examining the impact of cognitive speed of processing training (SOPT) on older adults' community mobility (i.e., driving behaviors) is also summarized.
Key Issues.
Even slight cognitive declines can place older adults at risk for mobility limitations.
However, cognitive interventions like SOPT can mitigate declines in driving mobility.
Implications.
The potential of SOPT to sustain community mobility among older adults is discussed.
American Psychological Association (APA)
O'Connor, Melissa L.& Hudak, Elizabeth M.& Edwards, Jerri D.. 2011. Cognitive Speed of Processing Training Can Promote Community Mobility among Older Adults : A Brief Review. Journal of Aging Research،Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471701
Modern Language Association (MLA)
O'Connor, Melissa L.…[et al.]. Cognitive Speed of Processing Training Can Promote Community Mobility among Older Adults : A Brief Review. Journal of Aging Research No. 2011 (2011), pp.1-4.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
O'Connor, Melissa L.& Hudak, Elizabeth M.& Edwards, Jerri D.. Cognitive Speed of Processing Training Can Promote Community Mobility among Older Adults : A Brief Review. Journal of Aging Research. 2011. Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471701
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-471701