Year: 2022
Type: preprint
Abstract: Studying centenarians requires a ‘positive biology’ approach, where rather than focusing on disease, the research aims to understand the causes of positive phenotypes and explain biological mechanisms of health and longevity. This review outlines characteristics of the key centenarian studies. Variables that may relate to longevity of these oldest old are also described, including cardiovascular health, cognitive function, physical ability, mental and cognitive health, personality and the social circumstances of the centenarian.
DOI: 10.32388/mfx83v
Author: Shyh Poh Teo
Institution: Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital
Language: English
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4283689257