Association of Multidimensional Poverty With Dementia in Adults Aged 50 Years or Older in South Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Limited research exists investigating the association between multidimensional poverty and dementia in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Objective

To investigate the association between multidimensional poverty and dementia among adults aged 50 years or older living in South Africa.

Design, setting, and participants

This cross-sectional study was conducted in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa, between November 11, 2019, and February 28, 2020. Participants included 227 adults aged 50 years or older. Data analysis was concluded from August 1 to 30, 2021.

Exposures

Multidimensional poverty included 7 dimensions that are central to well-being (education, health, economic activity, living standards, social participation, fair treatment, and psycho

SUBMITTER: Trani JF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8956981 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature