Exploring how activities and community factors affect cognitive health in older Chinese immigrants
Preventing Cognitive Decline and Dementia Among Older Chinese Immigrants: The Role of Activity, Engagement, Immigration Experience, and Neighborhood Environments
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH · NIH-10631231
This study is looking at how different activities and getting involved in the community can help older Chinese immigrants in the U.S. keep their minds healthy and reduce the risk of dementia, focusing on their experiences and neighborhoods in the Greater Chicago area.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10631231 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different types of activities and community engagement can help prevent cognitive decline and dementia among older Chinese immigrants living in the U.S. It focuses on understanding the impact of immigration experiences and neighborhood environments on cognitive health. By analyzing data collected from community-dwelling Chinese seniors in the Greater Chicago area, the study aims to identify effective strategies to mitigate risks associated with dementia. The research employs a community-based participatory approach, collaborating with local organizations to ensure the findings are relevant and beneficial to the population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older Chinese immigrants aged 65 and above who are living in community settings.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Chinese descent or those who are not in the older adult age group may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective community-based interventions that enhance cognitive health and reduce the risk of dementia in older Chinese immigrants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community engagement and activity participation can positively influence cognitive health, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH — PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TANG, FENGYAN — UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH
- Study coordinator: TANG, FENGYAN
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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