optimism

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Clinical significance

higher optimism is associated with better cognitive function & slower cognitive decline in aging^[1]
higher optimism in older adults is associated with lower risk of dementia (RR=0.85)^[1]

↑ ^1.0 ^1.1 ^1.2 George J Dementia Risk May Be Linked to One's Outlook, Study Suggests. Results persisted after adjusting for depression and major health conditions. MedPage Today. April 8, 2026 https://www.medpagetoday.com/neurology/dementia/120686
Stenlund S, Koga HK, James P et al The Bright Side of Life: Optimism and Risk of Dementia. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2026 Apr 8. PMID: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41947615 https://agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jgs.70392