Meta-analysis shows both risk and protective effects of social relationships on cognitive health in older adults, indicating the need for social engagement promotion.
Social relationships play an important role in maintaining cognitive health in older adults. This meta-analysis provides quantitative evidence supporting both the risk and protective effects of social relationships on cognitive impairment, underscoring the importance of promoting social engagement to support cognitive health in aging populations.
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