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{"title":"Age, gender and psychological well-being in older students: A study on continuing education and active aging","authors":"Pablo Rosser ,&nbsp;Seila Soler","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100250","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100250","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>This study examined how age and gender relate to multiple indicators of psychological well-being among adults enrolled in university continuing-education programmes, to inform more inclusive learning designs for ageing populations.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A quantitative, descriptive–correlational pilot study was conducted with 60 adult learners enrolled in the University Programme for Older Adults at the University of Alicante. Data were collected using a 41-item questionnaire based on Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being framework and analysed using descriptive statistics, independent-samples <em>t</em>-tests, one-way ANOVA, and non-parametric correlations (Kendall’s Tau-b and Spearman’s Rho) when distributional assumptions were not met.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Participants were mainly aged 66–75 years (53.3%) and were predominantly women (60%). Statistically significant gender differences emerged in seven well-being items, and age-group differences were observed in ten items related to social support, loneliness, life satisfaction, stress management, and openness to change. Older age tended to be associated with higher life-satisfaction indicators and lower openness to new experiences.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>Results support the need to tailor lifelong-learning programmes to the psychosocial profiles of adult learners, with attention to gendered patterns and age-related changes. Targeted strategies to enhance social connection, autonomy, and meaningful engagement may strengthen well-being and participation in later-life learning.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100250"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146077526","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Functional social support subtypes as mediators of the association between depression and executive function: A moderated mediation analysis of the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging Comprehensive cohort","authors":"Emily C Rutter ,&nbsp;Anita Iacono ,&nbsp;Carrie L. Shorey ,&nbsp;Mark Oremus ,&nbsp;Colleen J Maxwell ,&nbsp;Suzanne L Tyas","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100248","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100248","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>For adults living with depression, social support interventions may offer a potential strategy to protect key cognitive domains, such as executive function. However, the extent to which the association between depression and executive function is mediated by social support, and how this varies by specific subtypes of support, is unknown. The objective of this study was to investigate whether functional social support subtypes mediated the association between depressive symptoms and executive function, and whether this mediation was moderated by age and sex.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Using the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) Comprehensive cohort (<em>n</em> = 14,133) of community-dwelling adults 45 to 85 years at baseline and conditional process analysis of baseline and 3-year follow-up data, this study investigated whether functional (perceived) social support subtypes mediated the association between depressive symptoms and executive function, and whether this mediation was moderated by age and sex.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Functional social support significantly mediated the association between depression and executive function, with this mediation varying by subtype of support, age, and sex. Overall, low levels of emotional/informational support, affectionate support, and positive social interactions (but not tangible support) showed more pronounced and consistent mediation for females 75 and older, compared to males or younger age groups.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Clinical and health policy interventions targeting specific subtypes of functional social support may be useful in mitigating the negative impacts of depression on cognitive function; these interventions to support cognitive health may be particularly relevant for older females.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100248"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146022380","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A culturally tailored virtual intervention for Alzheimer’s family caregivers: Addressing practical challenges and future directions","authors":"Dongmi Kim ,&nbsp;Seulgi Ryu ,&nbsp;Wonshik Chee ,&nbsp;Eun-Ok Im","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100247","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100247","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>As interest in virtual care delivery grows, few studies have rigorously explored the real world implementation challenges of culturally tailored, technology-based interventions for Asian American caregivers of persons living with Alzheimer’s Disease (PLAD). This study aims to identify and examine key practical barriers to implementing such interventions and to inform the development of more effective and sustainable virtual support programs.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study draws on an ongoing virtual intervention targeting Asian American caregivers of PLAD. Data sources include weekly research diaries maintained by intervention team members and meeting minutes from regular team discussions. A simple content analysis was conducted to identify recurring themes and challenges faced during implementation.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Seven major challenges were identified: (a) difficulties in retention; (b) concerns regarding participant authenticity and fraudulent cases; (c) technological barriers and challenges with virtual reality (VR) features; (d) variability in cultural tailoring needs; (e) stigma and challenges in building rapport; (f) time zone and geographic constraints; and (g) limited resources available for Asian American caregivers. To address these issues, recommended strategies include: flexible and supportive delivery with progress tracking, multilayered participant verification and education, technical support and intuitive design, bicultural perspectives and ongoing training, trust-building and encouragement of help-seeking behaviors, prioritizing time zone compatibility and providing flexible engagement options, and advocacy for expanded caregiver resources.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Practical and cultural challenges must be addressed when designing and delivering technology-based interventions. Incorporating these considerations can enhance caregiver resilience, improve engagement, and support better outcomes for Asian American families affected by AD.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100247"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146022381","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Kinematic analysis of one-leg standing for locomotive syndrome screening using marker-less motion capture and machine learning: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Kazuaki Hamada B.S. ,&nbsp;Yu Inoue Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Shigeharu Tanaka Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Hungu Jung Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Kenta Hirohama M.S. ,&nbsp;Ryo Yamasaki B.S. ,&nbsp;Koji Ono Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Ryo Tanaka Ph.D.","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100244","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100244","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>Locomotive syndrome (LS), caused by musculoskeletal dysfunction, is a major concern for older adults, contributing to physical decline, increased caregiving needs, and loss of autonomy. This study aimed to develop a novel LS screening method by analyzing kinematic data from the one-leg standing (OLS) test using a marker-less motion capture system combined with machine learning.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A total of 294 community-dwelling older adults participated, and LS severity was evaluated using the LS risk test. Kinematic data were collected during the OLS test by marker-less motion capture system and analyzed with neural network models to classify LS severity into stage 1 or higher and stage 2 or higher.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The proposed model demonstrated superior classification accuracy compared to conventional OLS time-based assessments, with area under the curve (AUC) values of 0.901 for stage 1 or higher and 0.904 for stage 2 or higher, exceeding the performance reported in previous studies.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>This study demonstrates the feasibility of integrating kinematic analysis with machine learning to screen LS. The developed model offers a noninvasive and efficient tool for LS detection, suitable for both telemedicine and community-based applications. By facilitating early detection of LS, this approach has the potential to improve enhance clinical outcomes and reduce caregiving burdens.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100244"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145976556","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluating the two-minute walk test as a time-efficient alternative to the six-minute walk test in Nigerian older adults: Insights from an exploratory mediation and moderation analysis","authors":"Michael E. Kalu ,&nbsp;Ajayi K. Oladimeji ,&nbsp;Israel Adandom ,&nbsp;Nusrat S. Nessa ,&nbsp;Chigozie L.J. Ugwu ,&nbsp;Chukwuebuka P. Onyekere ,&nbsp;Francis O. Kolawole ,&nbsp;Henrietta Fawole","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100243","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2026.100243","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This study aimed to test whether the 2-Minute Walk Test (2MWT) can substitute for the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) when estimating functional capacity in Nigerian older adults and to identify physiological mediators or moderators of that relationship.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We conducted a cross-sectional study and recruited 409 adults ≥ 60 years who completed both walk tests; gait speed was the primary outcome. Age, sex, body-mass index (BMI), Montreal Cognitive Assessment scores, and estimated VO₂ max were also recorded.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>This study indicated that 2MWT gait speed strongly predicted 6MWT gait speed (β = 0.547, p &lt; 0.001), accounting for 35 % of its variance. Age, cognition, BMI, and VO₂ max did not mediate this association, but VO₂ max moderated it (interaction β = 0.0175, p &lt; 0.05). Bland–Altman analysis showed a small systematic underestimation by the 2MWT, with acceptable agreement when mean speeds were 0.7–1.2 m s⁻¹.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>We concluded that the 2MWT could offer a time-efficient proxy for the 6MWT in low-resource settings, although clinicians should interpret results cautiously in individuals with low aerobic fitness.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100243"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146022509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Postural instability in the digital age: A scoping review of screen exposure and balance outcomes in community-dwelling older adults","authors":"Tamanna Sharma BPT, (MPT) ,&nbsp;Nidhi Sharma BPT, MPT, PhD ,&nbsp;Simranjeet Kaur BPT, MPT ,&nbsp;Parveen Kumar BPT, MPT ,&nbsp;Preeti Kapri BPT, MPT","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100242","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100242","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Digital screen use is increasingly common among older adults, yet its implications for balance and postural control are not well defined. Age-related sensory, vestibular and cognitive changes may increase vulnerability to balance disturbances during screen-based activities.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To map and describe how screen exposure has been explored in relation to balance-related outcomes in community-dwelling adults aged 60 years and older.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A scoping review was conducted following Joanna Briggs Institute guidance and the PRISMA-ScR framework. Systematic searches of eight electronic databases identified studies published in English between December 2000 and June 2024. Observational and experimental studies assessing any form of digital screen exposure in relation to balance, gait, vestibulo-ocular function, or dizziness in adults aged ≥60 years were eligible. Data were charted descriptively to map exposure types, balance domains, measurement tools, and methodological characteristics.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Five studies met the inclusion criteria. Screen exposures included total daily screen time, smartphone use during walking, sustained near-focus visual tasks, and immersive or visually provocative digital environments. Balance-related outcomes encompassed postural sway, gait parameters, dynamic visual acuity, vestibulo-ocular reflex function, and self-reported dizziness. Substantial heterogeneity was observed across exposure definitions, measurement tools, and study designs. Most evidence was cross-sectional or based on short-duration experimental protocols.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Evidence examining screen exposure and balance in older adults is limited and methodologically diverse. This scoping review provides a structured mapping of the existing literature rather than an assessment of effects or causality, highlighting gaps to inform future research on digital behaviour and balance in ageing populations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100242"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145925283","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Multi-domain intervention for prevention of cognitive decline among older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A cluster randomized trial protocol (TINAGE trial)","authors":"Saritha Susan Vargese ,&nbsp;Neha Elizabath Eldho ,&nbsp;Pramod Thomas ,&nbsp;Deepak Thomas Varughese ,&nbsp;Thomas Mathew","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100239","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100239","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>With global demographic shifts leading to an increasingly aging population, the prevalence of cognitive decline, including mild cognitive impairment (MCI), is on the rise. Despite significant research efforts, effective interventions for preventing cognitive decline and dementia remain limited. This study aims to investigate the effects of a 2-year multidomain intervention on cognition in community-dwelling older adults above 60 years with mild cognitive impairment.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A two-arm cluster randomized trial will be conducted among older adults aged 60–75 years with MCI. The eligible participants will be identified through house-to-house visits in the selected wards (20 wards) of Tiruvalla taluk. Identified, consented adults will be screened using a validated tool. The 20 wards will be randomly divided into two arms: intervention and control. Among those diagnosed with MCI, 21 individuals from each ward will be randomly enrolled in the study. The multidomain intervention includes nutrition, physical activity, social support and engagement, cognitive stimulation training, and management of metabolic and vascular risk factors. Approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) has been obtained (IEC Study Number: IEC/2022/08/279. Trial has been registered in CTRI, CTRI registration number: CTRI/2023/11/060181.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The cluster randomized trial will investigate the effectiveness of a culturally adapted multidomain intervention in the prevention of cognitive decline among older adults with mild cognitive impairment. If found effective can be scaled to similar settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100239"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145925284","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Who falls and why? Navigating the physiological and psychological contributors in fall outcomes among self-perceived unhealthy middle-aged and older adults in India","authors":"Madhurima Sharma ,&nbsp;Sandip Das ,&nbsp;Indrajit Goswami","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100240","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100240","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Incidental falls are a leading cause of mortality and serious injury among elderly persons, particularly those who perceive themselves as unhealthy. This study aimed to examine the impact of physiological and psychological factors on fall outcomes among Indian adults with negative self-rated health (SRH).</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Secondary data from the first wave (2017–18) of the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India were analyzed, including 10,326 respondents aged 45 years and above with poor or very poor self-rated health. Multivariate logistic regression models were used to examine associations between physiological and psychological factors and three fall outcomes (fall, multiple falls, and fall-related injuries). Analyses accounted for age-group differences (45–59 vs. ≥60 years) and state-level variation in fall prevalence.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Among adults with poor SRH, 14.5% reported at least one fall, 7.1% multiple falls, and 6.8% fall-related injuries. Fall prevalence was higher among women, adults aged ≥60 years, rural residents, those with no schooling, and physically inactive individuals. Chronic pain showed the strongest association with falls (aOR=1.61), multiple falls (aOR=1.54), and injuries (aOR=1.47). Sensory impairments (visual: aOR=1.15; hearing: aOR=1.28), functional limitations (ADL limitations: aOR=1.21 for falls; mobility impairment: aOR=1.30 for multiple falls), and psychological factors (depressive symptoms: aOR=1.05 for falls; cognitive impairment: aOR=1.33 for injuries) were also significant predictors.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Physiological and psychological factors, particularly chronic pain and sensory impairments substantially increase fall risk among Indian adults with poor SRH. The higher risk among older adults and notable state-level variation underscore the need for age- and region-specific fall prevention strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100240"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145925285","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Public narratives of geriatric diseases in the digital space: A topic modelling analysis of YouTube comments","authors":"Ayushi Das ,&nbsp;Preeti Dhillon","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100241","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100241","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In the digital age, social media platforms such as YouTube have become vital sources of health information and public discourse. This study analyses YouTube comments to explore public knowledge, perceptions, and emotional responses to three geriatric diseases dementia, hypertension and diabetes. Comments were collected via YouTube API v3 from the top 100 most-viewed videos for each disease, totalling 129,613 comments. Keywords were selected using Google Trends. After extensive preprocessing, word cloud analysis, sentiment analysis and topic modelling (with parameters optimized through grid search and coherence scores) were performed, identifying five coherent thematic clusters for each disease. Topic modelling identified five key themes per disease: dementia discussions centred on emotions (29 %), caregiving (27 %), political discourse (17 %), fear of cognitive decline (16 %), and diet (11 %). Hypertension topics focused on treatment searches (28.9 %), lifestyle and diet (26.4 %), medication and comorbidities (17 %), knowledge about blood pressure (16.2 %), and work/kidney disease (11.5 %). Diabetes conversations emphasized Indian dietary ingredients (37.2 %), diet-insulin-blood pressure interactions (20.7 %), general diet (16.8 %), weight management (13.3 %), and emotions/spirituality (12 %). Sentiment analysis showed mostly neutral comments across diseases, with 81.4 % neutrality in hypertension treatment searches and 89.8 % neutrality in diabetes dietary ingredients. Dementia caregiving had the highest negative sentiment (43.5 %), while dementia emotions scored 46 % positive sentiment. The findings suggest that while hypertension and diabetes prompt neutral, disease management focused discussions, dementia elicits stronger emotional responses and misinformation. This highlights the need for targeted public health interventions and support systems to address the unique challenges of less prevalent neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100241"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145884384","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A foundational analysis of internal consistency for 17 geriatric/gerontological outcome measures in Nigerian older adults: Do we need further psychometric evaluation?","authors":"Chukwuebuka Prince Onyekere ,&nbsp;Daniel Rayner ,&nbsp;Francis Kolawole ,&nbsp;Perpetua Chinenye Obi ,&nbsp;Peace Temitope Kumapayi ,&nbsp;Chigozie Louisa J. Ugwu ,&nbsp;Michael Ebe Kalu","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100238","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100238","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background and objectives</h3><div>Many gerontological outcome measures developed and validated in advanced countries may produce unreliable results in Nigeria, necessitating psychometric evaluation of these tools. This study provides the foundational psychometric analysis of internal consistency across 17 common gerontological measures among community-dwelling older adults in Nigeria.</div></div><div><h3>Research design and methods</h3><div>This is a secondary analysis of 409 (83.9 % females) Nigerian older adults (mean age 67.96±6.67 years) who responded to 17 measures evaluating cognitive, environmental, physical, psychological, and social outcomes. Cronbach’s alpha was interpreted as ≥0.7 (high), close to 0.6 (moderate) and &lt;0.5 (low). Item-test and item-rest correlations were considered acceptable if greater than 0.5 and &gt;0.3, respectively.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Mini-Mental State Examination, Memory Assessment Clinic Questionnaire, Attention Assessment Scale, Neighbourhood Satisfaction Subscale of the Neighbourhood Environment Walkability Scale (NEWS), Life-space Mobility Questionnaire, 9-Item Modified Physical Literacy Instrument, Geriatric Anxiety Scale, Geriatric Depression Scale, Fall Efficacy Scale- International, Keele Assessment of Participation, University of California, Los Angeles Loneliness Scale, Lubben Social Network Scale, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, Connectedness subscale of Social Isolation Scale (SIS) demonstrated high internal consistency (≥0.7). Similarly, Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and the belongingness subscale of SIS demonstrated moderate internal consistency (close to 0.6), while other NEWS subscales, Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE), and the International Personality Item Pool (IPIP) had low internal consistency (&lt;0.5).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Fourteen measures demonstrated strong internal consistency in this sample, providing preliminary support for their potential suitability in Nigerian older adult population. A complete validation of reliability will require subsequent analyses of dimensionality, test–retest consistency, and measurement invariance across relevant populations to finalise confident use.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100238"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145840231","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}