March 3, 2026

Social Network Structure and Composition Predicting Cognitive Impairment: Racial/Ethnic Differences Among Older Adults

Key Points

Cognitive health shows stronger support from tight-knit social networks among Hispanic and Black older adults.
Key evidence indicates that diverse relationship types enhance cognitive well-being in older populations.
Analysis of social networks highlights their impact on cognitive impairment through various relationship structures.
This work suggests the need for targeted interventions focusing on the role of social relationships in cognitive health.

Abstract

Results suggest that tight-knit networks and multiple relationship types may be more supportive for cognitive health for Hispanic and Black older adults. This study contributes to research on social networks, cognitive health, and healthy aging for diverse older populations.

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Authors

Molly Copeland

Wencheng Zhang

Hui Liu

Journals

The Journals of Gerontology Series B

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Institutions

Purdue University West Lafayette

University of Notre Dame

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

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Social Network Structure and Composition Predicting Cognitive Impairment: Racial/Ethnic Differences Among Older Adults

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