Factors associated with anxiety and fear of falling in older adults: A rapid systematic review of reviews.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anxiety disorders are prevalent amongst older adults and negatively impact their quality-of-life and health. Anxiety disorders often go undetected or are misattributed to age-related changes. The aim of this systematic review of reviews, was to synthesize existing evidence on risk factors associated with anxiety in older adults to improve opportunities for early detection and intervention.

Methods

A rapid systematic review of reviews was performed. Studies were included if they were systematic reviews, specific to older adults, reported modifiable or non-modifiable factors associated with increased or decreased frequency of anxiety, and reported on anxiety disorders or symptoms of anxiety (including fear of falling).

Results

27 papers met criteria for inclu

SUBMITTER: Whitmore C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11654959 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature