Effects of ambient temperature on mental and neurological conditions in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Emerging research has suggested a link between ambient temperature and mental and neurological conditions such as depression and dementia. This systematic review aims to summarize the epidemiological evidence on the effects of ambient temperature on mental and neurological conditions in older adults, who may be more vulnerable to temperature-related health effects compared to younger individuals.

Methods

A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Ovid/Embase, Web of Science, and Ovid/PsycINFO on July 17, 2023, and updated on July 31, 2024. We included epidemiological studies investigating the association between ambient temperature exposures and numerous mental and neurological conditions in populations aged 60 years and older. Exclusions were made for studies o

SUBMITTER: Byun G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11675999 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature