Relationship between intrinsic capacity domains and the evolution of quality of life in older adults in Europe: a differential approach between men and women based on the SHARE study.
Abstract
Introduction
This
study
explores
the
relationship
between
domains
of
intrinsic
capacity
and
quality
life
in
older
adults
Europe,
with
particular
focus
on
sex
regional
differences.
It
confirms
that
is
a
multidimensional
construct
involving
interconnected
components
such
as
mobility,
cognitive
function,
mental
health,
general
health.
Methods
An
exploratory
factor
analysis
was
conducted
using
data
from
SHARE
(Waves
5-6),
longitudinal
multinational
project.
The
focused
11,493
aged
50
above,
residing
13
European
countries.
Sociodemographic,
socio-economic
factors
were
considered,
including
variables
like
mobility
difficulties,
performance,
depressive
symptoms,
self-reported
used
harmonized
surveys
representative
probabilistic
sampling
to
ensure
comparability
across
Results
results
show
significant
differences
men
women,
women
experiencing
greater
deterioration
key
cognition,
Women
exhibited
higher
levels
decline,
which
linked
longer
expectancy
exposure
chronic
diseases.
Social
determinants,
education
level
economic
status,
found
have
impact
QoL
capacity,
socially
vulnerable
situations
showing
rates
health
deterioration,
diseases,
decline.
Regional
also
played
role,
notable
variations
outcomes
european
regions.
Conclusion
Mental
cognition
are
determinants
adults.
highlights
importance
approaches
interventions
tailored
promote
healthy
aging.
Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: March 19, 2025
Language: Английский