How important is mental activity in old age
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 11509198 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Kaarin J Anstey (0000-0002-9706-9316, UNSW Sydney, corresponding author), Kaarin Anstey (The University of New South Wales) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Volume | 34 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 128-131 |
| Publication date | 1999-07-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Australian Psychologist (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0005-0067 • E-ISSN: 1742-9544 |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/00050069908257441 |
| OpenAlex | W2029340281 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 21 |
This study evaluates the existing literature and presents new findings on the value of mental activity for maintaining cognitive function. Cross-sectional studies show that mental activity is positively associated to a moderate degree with performance on measures of crystallised intelligence in old age. A small association between activity and fluid abilities is also evident. Longitudinal studies show that individuals who have more social and cognitive resources early in life are more likely to maintain an active and engaged lifestyle in old age. Although most of the relationship between mental activity and cognition can be explained by education, a causal relationship between mental activity and crystallised intelligence is plausible
Association (psychology · Cognition · Developmental psychology · Mental activity · Psychiatry · Social activity · Aging and Gerontology Research · Cognitive Abilities and Testing · Health and Well-being Studies · Psychology · Social Psychology
| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 0.04 |
| Citation span | 2003 - 2003 (1) |
| Citation velocity | historical |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |