Stress increases the likelihood that an older person will develop amnestic mild cognitive impairment, which is a precursor for Alzheimer’s disease.
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‘Older adults experiencing a higher level of stress are twice likely to experience amnestic mild cognitive impairment, a precursor of Alzheimer’s disease.’
Participants were analyzed using the standard test for stress, Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). For every 5-point increase in PSS scores, the risk of developing aMCI increased by 30%. They found that 71 people were diagnosed with aMCI (amnestic mild cognitive impairment). "Our study provides strong evidence that perceived stress increases the likelihood that an older person will develop [amnestic mild cognitive impairment]. Fortunately, perceived stress is a modifiable risk factor for cognitive impairment, making it a potential target for treatment," said lead researcher Dr. Richard Lipton.
Researchers suggested that elderly people can reduce stress by undergoing intervention programs such as meditation, Yoga and cognitive behavioral therapy.
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