Healthy Aging Process Research Articles

Subject-Level Segmentation Precision Weights for Volumetric Studies Involving Label Fusion.

In neuroimaging research, volumetric data contribute valuable information for understanding brain changes during both healthy aging and pathological processes. Extracting these measures from images requires segmenting the regions of interest (ROIs), and many popular methods accomplish this by fusing labels from multiple expert-segmented images called atlases. However, post-segmentation, current practices typically treat each subject's measurement equally without incorporating any information about variation in their segmentation precision. This naïve approach hinders comparing ROI volumes between different samples to identify associations between tissue volume and disease or phenotype. We propose a novel method that estimates the variance of the measured ROI volume for each subject due to the multi-atlas segmentation procedure. We demonstrate in real data that weighting by these estimates markedly improves the power to detect a mean difference in hippocampal volume between controls and subjects with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.

GERONTOMOTRICIDADE:A PRÁTICA DA ATIVIDADE FÍSICA PARA UM ENVELHECIMENTO SAUDÁVEL

Aging is a phenomenon already identified in the last century, being called countless times as a misfortune, which resulted in some discussions, because if the years of life were prolonged, we should also foresee that there were no limitations in the quality of life, given that Aging is one of the greatest feats of modern humanity. Given this, the general objective of this study is to relate the practice of Gerontomotricity in the process of encouraging physical activity with a focus on the healthy aging process. To that end. we list the following specific objectives: identify the main changes resulting from the aging process that directly affect the functional autonomy of the elderly; evaluate the intervention of physical activity on the psychomotricity of the elderly and relate the benefits of the activities developed by the Gerontomotricity program in implementing a healthy aging process. The research is a literature review with a descriptive aspect and a qualitative approach. In the review, the following inclusion/exclusion factors were considered: articles published between 2020 and 2024 and that worked on the topic: Gerontomotricity and/or physical activities for the elderly. The research data revealed that active elderly people have less impaired motor skills, which results in healthy aging, with a great improvement in the ability to carry out their daily activities alone, which significantly reflects on the daily activities of the elderly. It is concluded, therefore, that the practice of continuous physical activities generates a noticeable improvement in the quality of life of the elderly, as it is combined with a set of methods with the objective of evaluating and determining the most recommended exercises for each individual, considering them. If all its particularities and aiming to meet the needs arising from the changes caused by the aging process, it results in significant changes in life, in the elderly gaining autonomy and coexistence with others.

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment of Rural Elderly of Odisha – Results from a Community-based Survey

Abstract Background: India is progressing toward an increasing trend in of the geriatric population. By 2050, it is expected to double from 10.8% to 20%. A decrease in functional and locomotor activity among the geriatric population impairs the process of healthy aging. Methodology: The study assessed the fall risk, frailty, and limitation in the activity of daily living among the individuals aged 60 years or more in rural area of Khordha district in Odisha. The cross-sectional study with 188 participants in a rural area assessed the functional ability of the elderly with Fall Risk Assessment Test Scale, Clinical Frailty Scale, and Katz Index. Results: The study reported that 11.7% (confidence interval [CI] = 7%–17%) were medium to high risk of fall, 24% (CI = 18%–30%) were mildly frail, 29% (CI = 22%–36%) were vulnerable, and 10.6% (CI = 6%–15%) had limitation in the activity of daily living. Age, difficulty in vision, decreased sleep duration, and chronic disease were significant determinants of the limitation in the functional ability of the elderly. Conclusion: Elderly population are at higher risk of fall, increased frailty, and limitation in activity of daily living. Comprehensive geriatric assessment, including the physical, psychological, and nutritional assessment, needs to be integrated to meet the health-care needs of the elderly in primary health care.

Unraveling the Omega-3 Puzzle: Navigating Challenges and Innovations for Bone Health and Healthy Aging.

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (ω-3 PUFAs, n-3 PUFAs), including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), are essential polyunsaturated fats primarily obtained from fatty fish and plant-based sources. Compelling evidence from preclinical and epidemiological studies consistently suggests beneficial effects of ω-3 PUFAs on bone health and healthy aging processes. However, clinical trials have yielded mixed results, with some failing to replicate these benefits seen in preclinical models. This contraindication is mainly due to challenges such as low bioavailability, potential adverse effects with higher doses, and susceptibility to oxidation of ω-3 fatty acids, hindering their clinical effectiveness. This review comprehensively discusses recent findings from a clinical perspective, along with preclinical and epidemiological studies, emphasizing the role of ω-3 PUFAs in promoting bone health and supporting healthy aging. Additionally, it explores strategies to improve ω-3 PUFA efficacy, including nanoparticle encapsulation and incorporation of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPM) derived from DHA and EPA, to mitigate oxidation and enhance solubility, thereby improving therapeutic potential. By consolidating evidence from various studies, this review underscores current insights and future directions in leveraging ω-3 PUFAs for therapeutic applications.

Citrus Flavanone Effects on the Nrf2-Keap1/GSK3/NF-κB/NLRP3 Regulation and Corticotroph-Stress Hormone Loop in the Old Pituitary.

Oxidative stress and inflammation are significant causes of aging. At the same time, citrus flavanones, naringenin (NAR), and hesperetin (HES) are bioactives with proven antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Nevertheless, there are still no data about flavanone's influence and its potential effects on the healthy aging process and improving pituitary functioning. Thus, using qPCR, immunoblot, histological techniques, and biochemical assays, our study aimed to elucidate how citrus flavanones (15 mg/kg b.m. per os) affect antioxidant defense, inflammation, and stress hormone output in the old rat model. Our results showed that HES restores the redox environment in the pituitary by down-regulating the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) protein while increasing kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1), thioredoxin reductase (TrxR1), and superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD2) protein expression. Immunofluorescent analysis confirmed Nrf2 and Keap1 down- and up-regulation, respectively. Supplementation with NAR increased Keap1, Trxr1, glutathione peroxidase (Gpx), and glutathione reductase (Gr) mRNA expression. Decreased oxidative stress aligned with NLRP3 decrement after both flavanones and glycogen synthase kinase-3 (GSK3) only after HES. The signal intensity of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) cells did not change, while corticosterone levels in serum decreased after both flavanones. HES showed higher potential than NAR in affecting a redox environment without increasing the inflammatory response, while a decrease in corticosterone level has a solid link to longevity. Our findings suggest that HES could improve and facilitate redox and inflammatory dysregulation in the rat's old pituitary.

Effect of Socialization on Alzheimer's Disease During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Age is the strongest risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, a neurodegenerative disease where beta-amyloid plaques accumulate in the brain. Elderly individuals, especially those in nursing homes, were burdened by social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of this literature review is to describe the effectiveness of social engagement and how combating isolation can have a neuroprotective effect on individuals at risk for Alzheimer's disease. We conducted a search in PubMed examining articles from 2010 to 2023 that discussed the impact of socialization on Alzheimer's disease, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our search terms were "Alzheimer's Disease + Socialization," "Social Isolation + Alzheimer's Disease," "Alzheimer's Disease + COVID-19," "COVID-19 + Social Isolation," and "Social Interventions + Alzheimer's Disease." Inclusion criteria consisted of patients ages 60 and older with Alzheimer's disease, mention of social isolation or engagement, and any relationship between COVID-19 and Alzheimer's disease. Exclusion criteria were defined as other dementias, non-social interventions, and the effects of different viruses on Alzheimer's disease. After the screening process, 30 articles were included, along with six articles that were suitable to the topic. Of the 36 total articles, 19 focused on an intervention involving socialization; eight explored the effect of social isolation during COVID-19 on patients with Alzheimer's disease; five articles examined social isolation as a risk factor for dementia; and four articles discussed the effect of socialization on Alzheimer's disease. A few studies reported that having a large social network can improve cognition and mood for patients with Alzheimer's disease. Studies reported that interventions such as volunteering, video calls, group art classes, animal interactions, and others produced positive outcomes in Alzheimer's patients, but not all were statistically significant. Our review found a consistent association between a socially integrated lifestyle and a decreased incidence of early-onset dementia. Although not all interventions were solely social, a strong social structure remained at the core of a healthy aging process.

Optimization of biotransformation processes of Camarosporium laburnicola to improve production yields of potent telomerase activators

BackgroundTelomerase activators are promising agents for the healthy aging process and the treatment/prevention of short telomere-related and age-related diseases. The discovery of new telomerase activators and later optimizing their activities through chemical and biological transformations are crucial for the pharmaceutical sector. In our previous studies, several potent telomerase activators were discovered via fungal biotransformation, which in turn necessitated optimization of their production. It is practical to improve the production processes by implementing the design of experiment (DoE) strategy, leading to increased yield and productivity. In this study, we focused on optimizing biotransformation conditions utilizing Camarosporium laburnicola, a recently discovered filamentous fungus, to afford the target telomerase activators (E-CG-01, E-AG-01, and E-AG-02).ResultsDoE approaches were used to optimize the microbial biotransformation processes of C. laburnicola. Nine parameters were screened by Plackett-Burman Design, and three significant parameters (biotransformation time, temperature, shaking speed) were optimized using Central Composite Design. After conducting validation experiments, we were able to further enhance the production yield of target metabolites through scale-up studies in shake flasks (55.3-fold for E-AG-01, 13-fold for E-AG-02, and 1.96-fold for E-CG-01).ConclusionFollowing a process optimization study using C. laburnicola, a significant increase was achieved in the production yields. Thus, the present study demonstrates a promising methodology to increase the production yield of potent telomerase activators. Furthermore, C. laburnicola is identified as a potential biocatalyst for further industrial utilization.

Development of gerodietary meat products

The relevance of the presented research on the development of gerodietary meat products is due to the fact that the relative preferences shown by older people to various protein sources, including animal protein sources such as red meat and poultry, as well as alternative plant-based protein sources, have not yet been identified. The food choices of older adults have not been studied, nor have their preferences and willingness to pay for different carbon tags depending on the protein source. The purpose of the study is to consider the current state and prospects for the development of gerodietary meat products. This article is an exploratory attempt to describe potential pathways for the development of nutritionally balanced gerodietary meat products aimed at helping older adults maintain an active and healthy aging process. The object of the study is age-related changes in the consumption of meat products. Age undoubtedly affects thresholds for recognizing basic tastes, especially sweet and salty. In particular, higher threshold values for sucrose and sodium chloride were found among older people compared to young people. Higher taste recognition thresholds create a natural need to add sugar and salt to food. The research methodology was a qualitative content analysis of the collected material. At the first stage, the texts of publications devoted to the production of gerodietary meat products were read and re-read in their entirety, that is, the so-called naive reading was carried out. Then thoughts were recorded regarding the integrity and relatively important elements of the publications read, arising on the basis of impressions aroused under the influence of naive reading. Further, all parts of publications related to the purpose of researching gerodietary meat products were divided into approximately identical semantic units. Qualitative content analysis involved grouping gerodiet meat products by identifying common characteristics between them, according to production processes and ingredients. At the next stage, the semantic units were subject to codification, and a number of categories with subcategories arose. Finally, after all the texts of the publications had been read, the texts were compared with the results of the undertaken content analysis, which made it possible to verify the reality of the coverage of the content of the publication texts and codes by the selected categories and subcategories in full.

Effects of mobile Internet use on the health of middle-aged and older adults: evidences from China health and retirement longitudinal study

The rapid development of digital technology has radically changed people’s lives. Simultaneously, as the population is rapidly aging, academic research is focusing on the use of Internet technology to improve middle-aged and older people’s health, particularly owing to the popularity of mobile networks, which has further increased the population’s accessibility to the Internet. However, related studies have not yet reached a consensus. Herein, empirical analysis of the influence of mobile Internet use on the subjective health and chronic disease status of individuals in their Middle Ages and above was conducted utilizing ordered logit, propensity score matching (PSM), and ordered probit models with data from the 2020 China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study. The study aimed to provide a theoretical basis and reference for exploring technological advances to empower the development of a healthy Chinese population and to advance the process of healthy aging. The health of middle-aged and older adults mobile Internet users was greatly improved, according to our findings. Further, the use of mobile Internet by these persons resulted in improvements to both their self-assessed health and the state of their chronic diseases. As per the findings of the heterogeneity analysis, the impact of mobile Internet use was shown to be more pronounced on the well-being of middle-aged persons aged 45–60 years compared to those aged ≥ 60 years. Further, the endogeneity test revealed that the PSM model could better eliminate bias in sample selection. The results suggest that the estimates are more robust after eliminating endogeneity, and that failure to disentangle sample selectivity bias would overestimate not only the facilitating effect of mobile Internet use on the self-assessed health impacts of middle-aged and older adults, but also the ameliorating effect of mobile Internet use on the chronic diseases of middle-aged and older adults. The results of the mechanistic analysis suggest that social engagement is an important mediating mechanism between mobile Internet use and the health of middle-aged and older adults. This implies that mobile Internet use increases opportunities for social participation among middle-aged and older adults, thereby improving their health.

Mediterranean Dietary Pattern for Healthy and Active Aging: A Narrative Review of an Integrative and Sustainable Approach.

The global population is on a trajectory of continuous growth, with estimates projecting an increase from 7.7 billion in 2019 to approximately 9.7 billion by 2050. Longevity is also expected to rise rapidly, with advancements in healthcare contributing to increased life expectancies and an increase in the maximum lifespan. The aging process is accompanied by different changes, often leading to a decline in daily life activities and an increased susceptibility to disease. Age-related changes can cause cellular damage and subsequent cellular death. Oxidative stress and inflammation play significant roles in this process contributing to molecular damage and mitochondrial dysfunction. Active aging has been associated with improved quality of life and a reduced risk of morbidity and premature mortality. In this context, the Mediterranean diet has emerged as a promising approach to promoting healthy aging and sustainability. The phytochemical compounds within the Mediterranean diet have been linked to a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. The findings of peer-reviewed articles regarding the use of the Mediterranean diet as a healthy and sustainable dietary pattern written in Portuguese, Spanish or English were included in this narrative literature review. This dietary pattern's emphasis on the consumption of fresh and local food aligns with both health and environmental sustainability goals. This work provides a comprehensive review of the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and its components in a healthy aging process and highlights the importance of this dietary pattern as a sustainable approach.

Aging well in an aging society: physical health in older lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults.

Older sexual minority people meet a double stigma in our society related to their sexual identity and chronological age. The present study explores how experiences of discrimination and prejudice, coming out, and personal resiliency influence physical health of older lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) adults. Respondents were recruited through online advertisements and an online-based survey. The sample included 82 Italian cisgender LGB adults over 65 years: young older adults (65-70 years; 78%) and old-old adults (over 71 years; 22%). Regarding sexual orientation, the sample was composed of sexual minority women (n = 30; 37%) and sexual minority men (n = 52; 63%). ANOVAs' findings showed that sexual minority women described lower levels of physical health compared to sexual minority men. At the same time, old-old adults reported higher experiences of discrimination and prejudice compared to young older adults. Moreover, findings from hierarchical multiple regression analysis described that coming out, higher levels of personal resiliency, and fewer experiences of discrimination were predictors of physical health, regardless of age and sexual minority categories. These findings seem to align with previous studies that underline the relevance of investigating aging well in sexual minority people. Knowledge and awareness of LGBTQ+ issues are necessary for recognizing the unique needs and resources of older LGB people for promoting a healthy aging process.

Effect of Sustainably Sourced Protein Consumption on Nutrient Intake and Gut Health in Older Adults: A Systematic Review.

Diet is integral to the healthy ageing process and certain diets can mitigate prolonged and deleterious inflammation. This review aims to assess the impact of diets high in sustainably sourced proteins on nutrient intake, gut, and age-related health in older adults. A systematic search of the literature was conducted on 5 September 2023 across multiple databases and sources. Studies assessing sustainably sourced protein consumption in community dwelling older adults (≥65 years) were included. Risk of bias (RoB) was assessed using 'RoB 2.0' and 'ROBINS-E'. Narrative synthesis was performed due to heterogeneity of studies. Twelve studies involving 12,166 older adults were included. Nine studies (n = 10,391) assessed habitual dietary intake and had some RoB concerns, whilst three studies (n = 1812), two with low and one with high RoB, conducted plant-based dietary interventions. Increased adherence to sustainably sourced diets was associated with improved gut microbial factors (n = 4640), healthier food group intake (n = 2142), and increased fibre and vegetable protein intake (n = 1078). Sustainably sourced diets positively impacted on gut microbiota and healthier intake of food groups, although effects on inflammatory outcomes and health status were inconclusive. Future research should focus on dietary interventions combining sustainable proteins and fibre to evaluate gut barrier function and consider inflammatory and body composition outcomes in older adults.

Does capital bring health? Evidence from family capital and older people

Family capital is a key resource that affects older people's health (OPH) in many ways. This study introduces family capital and comprehensively explores its impact on OPH. A regression analysis of the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study survey data for 17,700 older people found that all dimensions of family capital (economic, cultural, political, and social) can significantly promote OPH, with family economic capital having the greatest influence. Therefore, family members can effectively contribute to China's healthy aging process by creating harmonious family atmospheres, strengthening family cohesion construction, and providing support to older families.

Chronic diseases spectrum and multimorbidity in elderly inpatients based on a 12-year epidemiological survey in China

BackgroundThe number and proportion of the elderly population have been continuously increasing in China, leading to the elevated prevalence of chronic diseases and multimorbidity, which ultimately brings heavy burden to society and families. Meanwhile, the status of multimorbidity tends to be more complex in elderly inpatients than community population. In view of the above concerns, this study was designed to investigate the health status of elderly inpatients by analyzing clinical data in Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) General Hospital from 2008 to 2019, including the constitution of common diseases, comorbidities, the status of multimorbidity, in-hospital death and polypharmacy among elderly inpatients, so as to better understand the diseases spectrum and multimorbidity of elderly inpatients and also to provide supporting evidence for targeted management of chronic diseases in the elderly.MethodsA clinical inpatients database was set up by collecting medical records of elderly inpatients from 2008 to 2019 in Chinese PLA General Hospital, focusing on diseases spectrum and characteristics of elderly inpatients. In this study, we collected data of inpatients aged ≥ 65 years old, and further analyzed the constitution of diseases, multimorbidity rates and mortality causes in the past decade. In addition, the prescriptions were also analyzed to investigate the status of polypharmacy in elderly inpatients.ResultsA total of 210,169 elderly patients were hospitalized from January 1st, 2008 to December 31st, 2019. The corresponding number of hospitalizations was 290,833. The average age of the study population was 72.67 years old. Of the total population, 73,493 elderly patients were re-admitted within one year, with the re-hospitalization rate of 25.27%. Malignant tumor, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, diabetes mellitus and cerebrovascular disease were the top 5 diseases. Among the study population, the number of patients with two or more long-term health conditions was 267,259, accounting for 91.89%, with an average of 4.68 diseases. In addition, the average number of medications taken by the study population was 5.4, among which, the proportion of patients taking more than 5 types of medications accounted for 55.42%.ConclusionsBy analyzing the constitution of diseases and multimorbidity, we found that multimorbidity has turned out to be a prominent problem in elderly inpatients, greatly affecting the process of healthy aging and increasing the burden on families and society. Therefore, multidisciplinary treatment should be strengthened to make reasonable preventive and therapeutic strategies to improve the life quality of the elderly. Meanwhile, more attention should be paid to reasonable medications for elderly patients with multimorbidity to avoid preventable side effects caused by irrational medication therapy.

Smartphone use by older adult in the healthy ageing process: a theory based on data

Objetivo: comprender los sentimientos y reconocimientos de personas mayores al experimentar el uso del smartphone en el día a día, así como las implicaciones en el proceso de envejecimiento saludable. Método: investigación cualitativa, utilizando Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology ; Senior Technology Acceptance & Adoption Model y el referencial metodológico Teoría Fundamentada en los Datos Constructivista. Se reclutaron intencionalmente personas de 60 años o más; usuarios de smartphones ; participantes desde hace 6 meses o más de un proyecto de extensión, sin deterioro cognitivo, determinados por muestreo teórico. Un guion semiestructurado orientó la recolección de datos. El análisis comparativo constante y concomitante siguió los pasos de codificación inicial y focalizada, con apoyo de memorandos, hasta la saturación teórica. El diagrama de Sankey integró el análisis de los datos, utilizando el software Atlas.ti. Resultados: 37 participantes fueron ubicados en dos grupos muestrales. Se presenta la categoría “Experimentando la evolución tecnológica durante el proceso de envejecimiento” y dos subcategorías: “Experimentando sentimientos al envejecer frente al desarrollo tecnológico”; “Usando el smartphone y reconociendo nuevas experiencias”. Conclusión: al experimentar el uso del smartphone , las personas mayores comprenden y reconocen la búsqueda de competencias digitales a partir de sus necesidades de utilidad y aplicabilidad de la tecnología de información y comunicación en su día a día, integrándola al proceso de envejecimiento saludable.

Smartphone use by older adult in the healthy ageing process: a theory based on data

Objetivo: compreender os sentimentos e reconhecimentos de pessoas idosas ao experienciarem o uso do smartphone no cotidiano, bem como as implicações no processo de envelhecimento saudável. Método: pesquisa qualitativa, utilizando Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology ; Senior Technology Acceptance & Adoption Model e o referencial metodológico Teoria Fundamentada nos Dados, na vertente Construtivista. Recrutou-se intencionalmente pessoas com 60 anos ou mais; usuários de smartphones ; participantes há seis meses ou mais de um projeto de extensão, sem comprometimento cognitivo, determinados por amostragem teórica. Um roteiro semiestruturado orientou a coleta de dados. A análise comparativa constante e concomitante seguiu os passos de codificação inicial e focalizada, com apoio de memorandos, até a saturação teórica. O diagrama de Sankey integrou a análise dos dados, utilizando o software Atlas.ti. Resultados: 37 participantes foram alocados em dois grupos amostrais. Apresenta-se a categoria “Experimentando a evolução tecnológica durante o processo de envelhecimento” e duas subcategorias: “Experimentando sentimentos ao envelhecer frente ao desenvolvimento tecnológico”; “Usando o smartphone e reconhecendo novas experiências”. Conclusão: ao experienciar o uso do smartphone , pessoas idosas compreendem e reconhecem a busca por competências digitais partindo de suas necessidades de utilidade e aplicabilidade das Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação em seu cotidiano, integrando ao processo de envelhecimento saudável.

Smartphone use by older adult in the healthy ageing process: a theory based on data.

(1) Older adult are still segregated from young people when it comes to technology. (2) On a daily basis, older people recognize the need, usefulness and applicability of the smartphone. (3) Older adult are gradually moving towards digital skills. (4) Digital tools are means of enhancing healthy ageing. (5) WhatsApp ® groups help older people to engage virtually with peers.

Enhancement or suppression: a double-edged sword? Differential association of digital literacy with subjective health of older adult-evidence from China.

The emergence of an aging society and the digital age makes healthy aging a hot topic in Chinese society. This paper explores the associations between digital literacy and the subjective health of older adult individuals in PR China, offering insights that May assist policymakers and service providers in developing strategies and interventions suited to the digital era, potentially enhancing the healthy aging process for this demographic in China. This study utilized data from the China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey. Initially, demographic variables of 2086 individuals in the sample were analyzed. Subjective health differences among different populations and correlations between core variables were examined. Subsequently, multivariate linear regression and chain mediation methods were utilized to examine the relationships and potential pathways among the three dimensions of digital literacy and the subjective health of older adult individuals. (1) The subjective health status of older adult individuals in China was generally favorable, with an average score of 3.406 ± 0.764. (2) There was no direct correlation observed between the frequency of digital information use and the subjective health of the older adult (b = -0.032, p > 0.1). Digital entertainment information (b = 0.294, p > 0.1) did not show a significant effect, whereas life management information (b = 0.437, p < 0.01) demonstrated a positive association. Similarly, the use of smart healthcare devices (b = 0.842, p < 0.001) indicated a positive association (3) The frequency of digital information use indirectly enhanced the subjective health of the older adult through life management digital information and the use of smart healthcare devices, but had no indirect effect through entertainment and leisure digital information. Digital literacy is significantly correlated with the subjective health of the older adult, especially when they acquire life management information and utilize smart healthcare devices. However, a potential negative relationship is suggested between digital entertainment information and the subjective health of older adult individuals. Therefore, digital infrastructure should have prioritized the provision of high-quality, age-friendly digital applications for the older adult. This approach could have better harnessed the potential of digitalization to enhance health and well-being in older adults.

Emotion regulation and executive functions in young and older Brazilian adults

Introduction/objective: The healthy aging process involves changes in neurobiological functions at various levels and is associated with a slight impairment in various cognitive domains, such as executive functions (EF), as well as the enhancement of emotional skills. The objective of this study was to compare the use of emotion regulation (ER) strategies in young adults (YA) and older adults (OA) and explore the association between ER skills and EF between age groups. Method: Participants were 40 YA between 18 and 39 years of age (50% women) and 40 OA &gt; 60 years old (50% women), residents in the Federal District, Brazil. Phonological Verbal Fluency (FAS), semantic and switching (animals and fruits) and action tests were administered, along with the Stroop Test. Results: There was a statistically significant correlation of the Cognitive Reappraisal (CR) strategy and both semantic and switching verbal fluency tests in YA, and between the CR strategy and the FAS test and the Stroop Test in OA. That is, executive performance showed a direct relationship with ER in both groups, with greater use of cognitive reappraisal by older adults. Conclusions: The results of this study highlight the relevance of continuing to investigate the relationship between these abilities and analysing in greater depth their alterations during the aging process.

The WHO Decade of Healthy Ageing 2020–2030: a policy conception review in the gerontology context

This article is a review of the key international documents within the conceptual framework of the “Decade of Healthy Aging 2020–2030” by the World Health Organization (WHO). The aim was to identify potential areas of research in gerontosocial policy in Russia. The methodology employed in this study involved a comprehensive examination of the WHO’s strategic directions for the “Decade of Healthy Aging 2020–2030,” as well as relevant global documents from both the WHO and the United Nations. Additionally, federal sources on population aging policy implemented in the past five years were also considered. In total, 16 texts containing the term “Healthy Aging (Longevity)” in their title or full text, along with 2 texts specifically focused on “Healthy Aging (Longevity) policy,” were sourced from the electronic scientific database eLIBRARY.RU.&#x0D; The evolution of conceptual approaches to population aging policy within the global community is examined in the context of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) global documents. This analysis encompasses changing attitudes, opinions, and behaviors towards age and aging, as well as empower older individuals in local communities. Additionally, we explored the importance of personalized comprehensive and primary healthcare that caters to the specific needs of older people, as well as ensuring their access to long-term care. Furthermore, this study identifies the points of contact and synergy between scientific activities focused on the Decade of Aging, UN goals, and other gerontological policy documents. By doing so, we attempted to establish a comprehensive understanding of the conceptual and practical approaches to Healthy Aging policy within both Russian and international research communities.&#x0D; The WHO concept of Healthy Aging has highlighted the need for a paradigm shift in the way we approach the medical and social services provided to the elderly. This shift calls for a personalized and coordinated care model, as well as a greater emphasis on the development of long-term care solutions. Research has consistently shown that the integration of medical, psychological, social, environmental, and economic support, is important in establishing a solid foundation for comprehensive information exchange. This integration is essential in ensuring the provision of effective services that can effectively support the elderly throughout their Healthy Aging process.