What do older people in Germany know about risk factors for dementia? A population-based survey on risk factors for dementia and internet-based brain health interventions in the o…
Zülke, A.; Luppa, M.; Riedel-Heller, S. · Das Gesundheitswesen · 2022 · Heft 8/09 · S. 1 bis 1
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Einleitung While there is currently no cure for dementia, evidence on potentially modifiable lifestyle risk factors for disease is accumulating rapidly. Established risk factors include behaviors and conditions common in the general public, e. g. physical inactivity, hypertension, obesity, unhealthy diet, depression or diabetes mellitus. However, it is unclear to what extent these risk and protective factors are known to the general public. Further, it is worthwhile to explore openness of older adults towards innovative approaches against cognitive decline and dementia, e. g. electronic health (eHealth) interven…