Associated factors for cognition of physically independent elderly people living in residential care facilities for the aged in Sri Lanka
Abstract Background As the elderly population and prevalence of dementia is increasing, it is necessary to have a better comprehension of the influence of specific factors on cognitive function. Dementia is not an inevitable consequence of ageing. Lifestyle factors might either increase or decrease...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-01-01
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Series: | BMC Psychiatry |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12888-018-2003-5 |