The impact of social activities, social networks, social support and social relationships on the cognitive functioning of healthy older adults: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Social relationships, which are contingent on access to social networks, promote engagement in social activities and provide access to social support. These social factors have been shown to positively impact health outcomes. In the current systematic review, we offer a comprehensive overview of the impact of social activities, social networks and social support on the cognitive functioning of healthy older adults (50+) and examine the differential effects of aspects of social relationships on various cognitive domains.

Methods

We followed PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis) guidelines, and collated data from randomised controlled trials (RCTs), genetic and observational studies. Independent variables of interest included su

SUBMITTER: Kelly ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5735742 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature