Dimensions of Self-Perceived Functionality in Older Adults Based on the Brazilian National Health Survey.

ABSTRACT: The aging population is a global phenomenon that represents a significant demographic shift, with life expectancy closely related to individuals' functional capacity.

Background/objectives

Identify latent dimensions in self-perceived functional variables among Brazilian older adults.

Methods

This cross-sectional study used data from module K of the 2019 National Health Survey (NHS) in Brazil. Multivariate statistics were applied using Principal Component Analysis (PCA).

Results

The sample consisted of 22,728 older adults from all regions of Brazil, with a predominance of females (56%), an average age of 70 years (CI: 69.68-70.03), 61% engaged in weekly physical exercise, and most living with a spouse or partner (56.3%). The multivariate statistical analysis, conducted

SUBMITTER: Nascimento JASD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12733159 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature