JOURNAL ARTICLE

Findings from University of Dodoma Provides New Data on Mental Health (Factors associated with cognitive performance among urban older adults of Dodoma City, central Tanzania: a cross-sectional study).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2025. P. 285 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on a study examining cognitive performance among older urban residents in Dodoma, Tanzania, highlighting the factors influencing cognitive impairment in this demographic. Conducted by researchers from the University of Dodoma, the study involved 435 participants and utilized the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) to evaluate cognitive performance. Findings revealed that age, education level, employment status, income, family size, alcohol consumption, and depressive symptoms significantly impacted cognitive scores, which averaged 11.9. The research emphasizes the importance of improving educational and socioeconomic conditions, as well as addressing mental health issues, to enhance cognitive function in the aging population. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2025/10, p285
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geography and Cartography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:188569743
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