Definition and assessment of psychological frailty in older adults: A scoping review.

Joanes LameirinhasArantxa GorostiagaIgone Etxeberria
Published in: Ageing research reviews (2024)
Including both cognitive and affective variables in psychological frailty assessments may lead to inaccuracies. We suggest distinguishing between two separate dimensions within psychological frailty: cognitive frailty and affective frailty. A conceptual definition for each dimension is provided. This proposal aims to advance the debate regarding the conceptualization and assessment of psychological frailty, with further research and discussion needed to ensure its practical applicability.