scholarly journals Gender Differences in Neighborhood Walking in Older Adults

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (8) ◽  
pp. 1280-1300 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy Ambrose Gallagher ◽  
Philippa J. Clarke ◽  
Kimberlee A. Gretebeck
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Outcome Expectations ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Neighborhood Density ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Efficacy Outcome ◽  
Design Characteristics

Objective: This study examined mobility, self-efficacy, outcome expectations, neighborhood (density, destinations, and design), and neighborhood walking in older men ( n = 106, 60-99 years, M = 76.78, SD = 8.12) and women ( n = 216, 60-99 years, M = 75.81, SD = 8.46). Method/Results: In hierarchical regression, the variables explained 32% of the variance in neighborhood walking in men ( p < .001) and 27% of the variance in women ( p < .01). Self-efficacy (β = .49, p < .01), density (β= .22, p < .05), and design (β= .21, p = .05) were associated with walking in men. Significant design characteristics included sidewalks (β= .25, p < .05) and crime (β= .36, p < .01). In women, self-efficacy (β= .48, p < .001) and destinations (β= .15, p < .05) were associated with walking. Walking was associated with self-efficacy for walking despite individual barriers in women (β= .38, p < .001) and neighborhood barriers in men (β= .30, p < .05). Conclusion: Walking interventions targeting older women should incorporate local destinations. In older men, interventions should consider neighborhood sidewalk design and crime. Walking interventions for all older adults should include enhancement of self-efficacy, but gender differences may exist in the types of self-efficacy on which to focus.

Gendered leisure time-use and its impact on cognitive function among older adults in rural China

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-23
Author(s):  
Huijun Liu ◽  
Yaolin Pei ◽  
Bei Wu
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Rural China ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Physical Activities ◽  
Cognitive Activities

Abstract Increasing evidence has shown that an active, socially engaged lifestyle in leisure time might protect older adults against the decline of cognitive function. It remains unclear, however, which types of leisure activities are more beneficial to maintain cognitive function, and whether there are gender differences in the association between leisure activities and cognitive function. We used a two-wave of panel data from 1,018 older adults aged 60 and older in rural China to examine the lag effects of different types of leisure activities on cognitive functioning and to identify the gender differences in their impacts on cognition in rural China. Ordinary least-squares regression models showed that high physical activities were associated with better cognitive function. High intensity of cognitive activities and engaging in physical activities have a protective effect on cognitive function among older men rather than older women. Further, we found that cognitive activities had a stronger effect on cognitive function among older men than older women. It is important to consider gender-specific intervention in leisure activities to maintain cognitive function among older adults.

scholarly journals Self-Regulatory Imagery and Physical Activity in Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Social-Cognitive Perspective

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria-Christina Kosteli ◽  
Jennifer Cumming ◽  
Sarah E. Williams
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Outcome Expectations ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Efficacy Outcome ◽  
Exercise Imagery

Limited research has investigated exercise imagery use in middle-aged and older adults and its relationship with affective and behavioral correlates. The study examined the association between self-regulatory imagery and physical activity (PA) through key social cognitive variables. Middle-aged and older adults (N = 299; M age = 59.73 years, SD = 7.73, range = 50 to 80) completed self-report measures assessing self-regulatory imagery use, self-efficacy, outcome expectations, perceived barriers, self-regulatory behavior, enjoyment, and PA levels. Path analysis supported a model (χ² [14] = 21.76, p = .08, CFI = .99, TLI = .97, SRMR = .03, RMSEA = .04) whereby self-regulatory imagery positively predicted self-efficacy, outcome expectations, and self-regulatory behaviors. Furthermore, self-regulatory imagery indirectly predicted barriers, outcome expectations, self-regulation, enjoyment, and PA. This research highlights self-regulatory imagery as an effective strategy in modifying exercise-related cognitions and behaviors. Incorporating social cognitive constructs into the design of imagery interventions may increase PA engagement.

scholarly journals Gender Differences in Mortality Risk After Driving Cessation Among Older Men and Women: a Mediation Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 298-299
Author(s):  
Jiao Yu ◽  
Eva Kahana ◽  
Boaz Kahana ◽  
Yuhan Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Mortality Risk ◽  
Panel Study ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Mediation Effect ◽  
Driving Cessation

Abstract Driving is the most important personal transportation mode in the US for maintaining mobility. Previous studies of older adults who stop driving have identified several health risks associated with driving cessation, including less access to health care, increased dependency, social isolation, and elevated risk of mortality. The purpose of this analysis was to examine driving status as a predictor of mortality among community-dwelling older men and older women. Data were drawn from a prospective panel study of successful aging project of 1000 older adults (mean age = 80). Participants’ driving status was measured at baseline and mortality rates were observed across the subsequent 10 years. Extended Cox proportional hazard model indicated a 76% (p&lt;0.001) significantly higher mortality risk for non-drivers versus drivers. This relationship was mediated by health conditions and functional status for both older men and older women. Among older men, health status fully mediates the association between driving cessation and mortality risk. A partial mediation effect of health status on the association between driving cessation and mortality risk was found among older women. Older women who stopped driving faced 56% (p&gt;0.01) higher relative mortality risk than their driver counterparts. Social and cultural issues such as gender stereotype, autonomy, and social connection with their implication for driving may explain existing gender differences among older adults.

The Impact of Living Alone and Intergenerational Support on Depressive Symptoms Among Older Mexican Americans: Does Gender Matter?

2019 ◽  
Vol 90 (3) ◽  
pp. 255-280
Author(s):  
Yaolin Pei ◽  
Zhen Cong ◽  
Bei Wu
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Mexican Americans ◽  
Mexican American ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Living Alone ◽  
Intergenerational Support ◽  
The Impact

The study examined gender differences in the impact of living alone and intergenerational support on depressive symptoms among Mexican American older adults. The sample included 335 parent–adult child pairs which are nested within 92 Mexican American respondents, because each respondent reported their specific relationships with each child. Clustered regression analysis showed gender differences in the impact of living alone and intergenerational support on depressive symptoms among Mexican American older adults. In general, older men provided and received less intergenerational support than older women, but their depressive symptoms were more susceptible to living alone and different types of intergenerational support. Factors such as living alone, receiving instrumental support were associated with more depressive symptoms in older men than inolder women, whereas older men benefited more from the emotional closeness with children than older women. The findings highlight the need for a gender-specific approach to future research on this topic.

scholarly journals HIS AND HER EVERYDAY LIFE: GENDER DIFFERENCES IN OLDER ADULTS’ SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S58-S58
Author(s):  
Meng Huo ◽  
Karen L Fingerman ◽  
Yee To Ng
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Multilevel Models ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Social Partners ◽  
Reduced Physical Activity ◽  
Older Men And Women

Abstract The literature links social integration to better physical health, but little research asks how contact with diverse social partners influences older adults’ physical activity in a daily context. We examined this link using the Daily Experiences and Well-being Study and explored whether this link varied by gender. The sample included 175 older women and 138 older men who reported their contact with close partners (e.g., family/friend) and not-close partners (e.g., acquaintances) throughout each day across 5 days. Participants also wore Actical accelerometers to track physical activity. Multilevel models revealed significant gender differences. Older men had reduced physical activity when having contact with close partners, whereas older women maintained physical activity during such contact. Both older men and women had increased physical activity when having contact with not-close partners, but this link was stronger for men. This study advances our understanding of gender differences in older adults’ social experiences and well-being.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Gender Differences of Elder Abuse among Community-dwelling Older Adults in Tabriz, Iran

Salmand ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 458-471
Author(s):  
Habibeh Seutodan Hagh ◽  
◽  
Hassan Rezaeipandari ◽  
Saeed Mousavi ◽  
Hamid Allahverdipour ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Elder Abuse ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Common Type ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Financial Abuse ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Objectives: Elder abuse is a phenomenon that has become more apparent with the increase in aging population, but there are insufficient evidences about the prevalence of elder abuse and gender differences in this area. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the prevalence of elder abuse and its gender differences among community-dwelling older adults in Tabriz, Iran. Methods & Materials: In this cross-sectional study, 414 older adults aged ≥60 years were recruited from health complexes and centers in Tabriz, Iran in 2018 by using random sampling method. Data collection tools were a demographic form and the Domestic Elder Abuse Questionnaire which were completed through interview. The collected data were analyzed in SPSS V. 22 software. Results: It was reported that 52.6% had experienced abuse by family members. Emotional neglect was the most common type of elder abuse (26.6%) followed by financial abuse (17.6%). Physical abuse was the least common type of elder abuse. Except for financial abuse, older women had experienced more abuse than older men. Of those who were abused, only 31.7% recognized it as elder abuse. Conclusion: Most of older adults experience emotional neglect and financial abuse from family members and perceive them as their normal behaviors. Older women experience more abuse than older men. It is necessary to prevent elder abuse and familiarize older adults with different types of elder abuse.

scholarly journals The Correlates of Cognitive Status Among Older Americans Living in the Community: Does Gender Make a Difference?

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 63-63
Author(s):  
Ethan Siu Leung Cheung ◽  
Ada Mui ◽  
Seth Hoffman
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Cognitive Impairments ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Cognitive Status ◽  
Ethnic Composition ◽  
Community Safety ◽  
Independent Effect ◽  
Community Factors

Abstract Utilizing the data in National Social Life, Health and Aging Project (n = 3,104; 54% female), the study examined the predictors of cognitive impairments in terms of community harmony, community safety, frequency of neighbor contacts, depression, and demographic factors. Bivariate analyses suggest that there were no gender differences in cognitive status (Mean of MoCA Short Form = 9.89; SD = 3.33); nor were there gender differences in age (mean age = 72.95; SD=8.29), ethnic composition (76.1% whites; 15.3% Blacks, 8.6% Asian), community harmony, community safety, frequency of neighbor contacts. On the other hand, men had more education and income than women. Psychologically, older women reported higher level of stress and depression scores than older men. Multiple regression results show that gender has a significant independent effect and joint effects with stressors and community factors in explaining cognitive impairments. Parallel regression analyses for each gender group were conducted and models were significant (P &lt; .0001). There were common predictors of cognitive impairments for the two groups but variables had differential impacts on older men and older women. Specifically, IADL had stronger effect on older men than on older women in predicting cognitive impairments (b = -.23 vs. b=-.10); perceived community harmony had stronger impact on older women in explaining their cognitive status (b = .26 vs. b=.22); older women’s cognitive status benefitted more from perceived community safety than older men (b = .61 vs. b=.43). Regardless of gender, older Whites scored higher than Black and Asian elders in their cognition scores.

scholarly journals Body mass index and mild cognitive impairment among rural older adults in China: the moderating roles of gender and age

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yemin Yuan ◽  
Jie Li ◽  
Nan Zhang ◽  
Peipei Fu ◽  
Zhengyue Jing ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Older People ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Gender And Age ◽  
Low Bmi ◽  
Rural Older Adults

Abstract Background Evidence concerning the association between body mass index (BMI) and cognitive function among older people is inconsistent. This study aimed to investigate gender and age as moderators in association between BMI and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) among rural older adults. Methods Data were derived from the 2019 Health Service for Rural Elderly Families Survey in Shandong, China. In total, 3242 people aged 60 years and above were included in the analysis. Multilevel mixed-effects logistic regression was used to examine the moderating roles of gender and age, then further to explore the relationship between BMI and MCI. Results There were 601 (18.5%) participants with MCI. Compared with normal BMI group, low BMI group had a higher risk of MCI among older people [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 2.08, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.26–3.44], women (aOR = 2.06, 95% CI: 1.35–3.12), or the older elderly aged ≥75 years old (aOR = 3.20, 95% CI: 1.34–7.45). This effect remained statistically significant among older women (aOR = 3.38, 95% CI: 1.69–6.73). Among older men, elevated BMI group had a higher risk of MCI (aOR = 2.32, 95% CI: 1.17–4.61) than normal BMI group. Conclusions Gender and age moderated the association between BMI and MCI among Chinese rural older adults. Older women with low BMI were more likely to have MCI, but older men with elevated BMI were more likely to have MCI. These findings suggest rural community managers strengthen the health management by grouping the weight of older people to prevent the risk of dementia.

scholarly journals The Effects of an Online Theory-Based Bone Health Program for Older Adults

2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (9) ◽  
pp. 1117-1144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eun-Shim Nahm ◽  
Barbara Resnick ◽  
Clayton Brown ◽  
Shijun Zhu ◽  
Jay Magaziner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Bone Health ◽  
Calcium Intake ◽  
Health Program ◽  
Outcome Expectations ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Discussion Boards ◽  
Learning Modules ◽  
Osteoporosis Knowledge ◽  
Efficacy Outcome

An estimated 10 million Americans age 50 and older have osteoporosis, and many experience associated fractures. Although several interventions have been shown to be effective in preventing osteoporosis, their impact on bone health among older adults was limited. The aim of this study was, therefore, to examine the effects of a theory-based online bone health program (Bone Power program) for a large number of older adults. The 8-week program included learning modules, discussion boards, and other resources. Participants ( N = 866; M age = 62.5 years) were recruited online and randomized into a Bone Power or control group. At the end of the intervention, the Bone Power group showed significantly greater improvement over the control group in osteoporosis knowledge, self-efficacy/outcome expectations for calcium intake and exercise, and calcium intake and exercise behaviors. This study’s findings suggest that online health programs can be effective in improving older adults’ knowledge, beliefs, and health behaviors.

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