Understanding how aging affects financial decision-making and cognitive decline
Finance, Cognition, and Default Network in Aging (FCDNA)
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA · NIH-11080294
This study is looking at how memory and decision-making changes in older adults, especially those 65 and up, might be linked to financial exploitation, helping us understand early signs of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's Disease.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11080294 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between cognitive decline and financial exploitation in older adults, particularly those aged 65 and older. It aims to understand how poor decision-making may signal early signs of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's Disease. The study will examine brain regions associated with memory and decision-making to identify early indicators of cognitive decline. By analyzing the functional connectivity of these brain areas, researchers hope to uncover the underlying mechanisms that lead to financial exploitation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older who may be experiencing cognitive changes or are at risk for Alzheimer's Disease.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 65 or those without any cognitive impairment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help develop strategies to protect older adults from financial exploitation by identifying early signs of cognitive decline.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the links between cognitive decline and decision-making can lead to effective interventions, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Los Angeles, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HAN, DUKE — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- Study coordinator: HAN, DUKE
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.