Coexistent physical and cognitive decline and the development of fear of falling among Korean older adults.
Gum-Ryeong ParkJinho KimPublished in: International journal of geriatric psychiatry (2022)
This study provides evidence that coexistent cognitive and physical decline are a significant risk factor for FOF and FAR. Given the well-established adverse effects of FOF on older adults' health and well-being, results of this study lend support to interventions to target old adults with coexistent cognitive and physical decline to remove excessive concerns about FOF.