Risk for disorientation: Longitudinal evidence from three old age cohorts in Germany (AgeDifferent. de platform)
Rodriguez, F.; Pabst, A.; Riedel-Heller, S.; Group, A.t.A.R. · Das Gesundheitswesen · 2021 · Heft 8/09 · S. 1 bis 1
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Einleitung Only little evidence is available on disorientation, one of the most challenging symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Aim of this study was to investigate the occurrence of disorientation in association with the level of cognitive functioning, personal characteristics, and specific life events. Methoden Three population-based longitudinal cohort studies on cognitive health of elderly adults in Germany were harmonized (LEILA 75+, AgeCoDe/ AgeQualiDe, AgeMooDe). Data were collected in standardized interviews and questionnaires with the participant, a proxy informant, and the par…