The impact of sociodemographic, psychological, and quality of life factors on dual-task performance in elderly individuals: a cross-sectional study in Iraq.

Objective: This study aims to explore how sociodemographic, psychological, and quality of life factors impact dual-task performance among elderly individuals in Iraq. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 384 healthy community-dwelling participants aged 60 years and over, recruited from Najaf...

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Publicado en:Aging & Mental Health Vol. 29; no. 6; pp. 1135 - 1144
Autores principales: Al-Tabtabai, Thaer, Türkmen, Ceyhun, Şahan, Nilay
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Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Jun2025
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          Al-Tabtabai, Thaer
          Türkmen, Ceyhun
          Şahan, Nilay
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          Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Psychiatric Nursing, Çankırı Karatekin University, Çankırı, Turkey
          Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Therapy, Çankırı Karatekin University, Çankırı, Turkey
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        Iraq
        Cross-sectional method
        Motor ability
        Task performance
        Anxiety
        Psychology
        Quality of life
        Physical fitness
        Psychological stress
        Sociodemographic factors
        Cognition
        Mental depression
        Statistical correlation
        Independent living
        Multiple regression analysis
        Multivariate analysis
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          Cross-sectional method
          Motor ability
          Task performance
          Anxiety
          Psychology
          Quality of life
          Physical fitness
          Psychological stress
          Sociodemographic factors
          Cognition
          Mental depression
          Iraq
          Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
          Statistical correlation
          Independent living
          Multiple regression analysis
          Multivariate analysis
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        Aging
        cognition disorders
        dual-task performance
        physical health
        psychological distress
        quality of life
        sociodemographic factors
        Aging
        cognition disorders
        dual-task performance
        physical health
        psychological distress
        quality of life
        sociodemographic factors
      ab: Objective: This study aims to explore how sociodemographic, psychological, and quality of life factors impact dual-task performance among elderly individuals in Iraq. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 384 healthy community-dwelling participants aged 60 years and over, recruited from Najaf, Iraq. Data were collected using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales-21 (DASS-21), Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), and the World Health Organization Quality of Life Brief Form (WHOQOL-BREF). Dual-task performance was assessed using the Nine-Hole Peg Test (NHPT) combined with a cognitive task of counting backward by threes. Correlation and multivariate regression analyses were conducted to determine the predictors of cognitive dual-task performance. Results: Among the WHOQOL domains, only physical health significantly predicted dual-task performance for both dominant and non-dominant hands (β = 0.234, p = 0.041; β = 0.263, p = 0.025, respectively), underscoring the importance of physical well-being in cognitive-motor functions. Psychological factors (depression, anxiety, and stress) measured by DASS-21 did not significantly predict dual-task performance. The model explained a small part of the variance in dual-task performance, suggesting that other factors may influence these abilities in elderly individuals. Conclusion: While psychological factors measured by DASS-21 did not significantly impact dual-task performance, the overall quality of life remained essential. These insights can inform the design of elderly care programs.
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