The effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors on memory functioning in older adults: A systematic literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed to older adults. In contrast to young subjects, it is unclear whether older adults may be vulnerable to cognitive side effects. Serotonin is involved in cognitive functions (e.g. memory). It is of great importance to examine the effects of SSRIs on memory functioning in older adults.

Objectives

The objective of this systematic literature review is to summarize studies in which the effects of SSRI treatment on all aspects of memory functioning in older adults are investigated.

Methods

PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Embase were searched for all studies published until 18th of October 2021. Articles were included if they fulfilled the inclusion criteria as follows: (1) study design is (ra

SUBMITTER: Schulkens JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9112622 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature