MPC Member Publications

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Title: Walkable Neighborhoods and Cognition: Implications for the Design of Health Promoting Communities

Citation Type: Journal Article

Publication Year: 2022

ISSN: 1552-6887

DOI: 10.1177/08982643221075509

PMID: 35234529

Abstract: Objective: This study seeks to examine neighborhood characteristics, physical activity, and health status and their roles in promoting healthy cognitive aging. Methods: Using data from the REasons for Geographic And Racial Difference in Stroke (REGARDS) study (N=10,289, mean age=73.4 years), we used multilevel linear regression to examine the relationships between walkable neighborhoods (both objectively measured and subjective perceptions), walking behavior, physical activity, health status, and cognitive function. Results: Engaging in any moderate physical activity (β=0.47, p < 0.001), having better health status (β=0.02, p < 0.001), living in neighborhoods with greater street connectivity (β=0.15, p < 0.05), and positive perceptions of neighborhood traffic (p < 0.01) and parks (p < 0.05), were associated with higher cognitive function. Residence in socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods (β=−0.01, p < 0.01) was negatively associated with cognitive function. Discussion: Both perceived and objective features of walkable environments may have consequences for cognitive health, and can inform the development of health promoting communities.

Url: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35234529/

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Authors: Sylvers, Dominique L.; Hicken, Margaret; Esposito, Michael; Manly, Jennifer; Judd, Suzanne; Clarke, Philippa

Periodical (Full): Journal of aging and health

Issue: 6-8

Volume: 34

Pages: 893-904

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