How being responsible in relationships can help protect against dementia
A mechanistic and dyadic approach to identify how interpersonal conscientiousness supports cognitive health and lowers risk of dementia
This study is looking at how being responsible and caring in relationships can help older adults keep their minds healthy and lower their chances of developing dementia, and it aims to find ways to boost these qualities to support better brain health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10739837 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of interpersonal conscientiousness, a personality trait characterized by responsibility and dutifulness in relationships, in supporting cognitive health and reducing the risk of dementia. The study aims to identify how this trait can serve as a protective factor against cognitive decline, particularly in older adults. By examining the interpersonal aspects of conscientiousness, the research seeks to uncover new intervention strategies that could promote healthier cognitive outcomes before the onset of dementia. Participants may engage in assessments and interventions designed to enhance their interpersonal conscientiousness and monitor its effects on cognitive health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults, particularly those who are at risk for dementia or cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for cognitive decline or who are already diagnosed with advanced dementia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for preventing dementia and improving cognitive health in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that conscientiousness is linked to better health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield promising results.
Where this research is happening
Tallahassee, United States
- Florida State University — Tallahassee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sutin, Angelina R — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Sutin, Angelina R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.