Adherence
Good social engagement is modestly protective against dementia, particularly in long-term studies (≥10 years) and when adjusted for depression.
Maintain regular social interactions and a supportive social network, as this may offer modest protection against dementia, especially over the long term. Focus on activities that provide social support and network strength, as these are more consistently linked to reduced risk than subjective feelings of loneliness.
In long-term studies (≥10 years), good social engagement was modestly protective (RR = 0.88, 95% CI 0.80–0.96; I2 = 0.00%).
Why this rating
Meta-analysis shows significant publication bias and heterogeneity, making the conclusion 'tenuous' according to the authors.
Source
The Association between Social Engagement, Loneliness, and Risk of Dementia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Ross Penninkilampi et al. · Journal of Alzheimer s Disease · 2018
DOI 10.3233/jad-180439
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