Prospective association of social frailty with incident motoric cognitive risk syndrome among middle-aged and older adults | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Prospective association of social frailty with incident motoric cognitive risk syndrome among middle-aged and older adults
Key Points
Motoric cognitive risk syndrome is significantly linked to social frailty in older adults, highlighting potential cognitive decline risks.
The analysis shows a clear association, demonstrating that individuals with social frailty develop motoric cognitive risk syndrome 1.5 times more frequently.
Prospective association is assessed using standardized assessments of social frailty and cognitive functions over five years.
This study highlights the importance of social factors in cognitive health, suggesting that interventions to improve social support may be beneficial.