Quality of life in older adults with mild cognitive impairment

Abstract

Background: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a common phenomenon which is noticeably common among the older individuals population. Progression of this disorder is known to increase risk of Alzheimer's disease and Dementia. Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the association of quality of life and mild cognitive impairment in geriatric population. Methods: The data was collected using Memory Symptom Assessment Scale-Short Form (MSAS-SF) and Quality of life- Alzheimer Disease (QOL-AD) during a time period of six months from 300 individuals aged between 55-85years. The data analysis of this study was done using SPSS 21 version. Spearman test values were calculated to obtain results. Results: MSAD-SF and QOL-AD showed a significant decline of QOL in individuals with mild cognitive impairment. MSAS-SF and QOL-AD had a significant association with pain, lack of energy, difficulty sleeping, problems with urination, lack of appetite, dizziness, feeling sad, worrying, feeling irritable, memory, ability to do chores around the house, physical health, self as a whole and ability to do things for fun (pvalue< 0.05). Domains in both questionnaires indicated a decline in QOL with significant p-values of <0.05. Conclusion: In conclusion, those who had higher impairment level had lower quality of life in multiple domains.