How Does Exposure to Dementia Relate to Subjective Cognition? A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Subjective cognitive decline (SCD) may be indicative of future objective cognitive decline. However, factors other than objective cognitive performance may influence SCD. This review addresses whether family history or close, nonfamilial exposure to dementia is associated with self-reported SCD.

Research design and methods

Searches were conducted in PubMed, PsycINFO, Web of Science, and the Dissertations and Theses database. Eligible articles included measures of self-reported cognition for community-dwelling middle-aged or older adults (40+ years) not diagnosed with dementia, and who had either a family history of dementia, a family member, spouse, or close friend with dementia. The quality of evidence was evaluated using the LEGEND Appraisal Tool.

SUBMITTER: Turner JR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10368315 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature