Gambling participation, problem gambling, and cognitive function in U.S. Chinese older adults

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Author(s): Zhang, Nannan ; Li, Mengting ; Dong, XinQi

Journal: Research on Aging

Year Published: 2022

Date Added: May 11, 2022

This study examined the associations of gambling participation and problem gambling with cognitive function among U.S. Chinese older adults. Older adults who reported more frequent gambling had better global cognitive function, executive function, and episodic memory. However, more severe problem gambling was associated with lower scores on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). Thus, it is important to educate older adults about problem gambling. Screening for signs of problem gambling and intervening in a timely manner are also important.

Citation: Zhang, N., Li, M., & Dong, X. (2022). Associations between gambling and cognitive function among U.S. Chinese older adults. Research on Aging. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/01640275221074020

Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/01640275221074020

Keywords: Chinese ; cognition ; gambling participation ; older adults ; problem gambling ; South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS)

Topics: Cultural Factors ; Older Adults ; Priority Populations ; South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS)

Conceptual Framework Factors: Cultural - Gambling Cultures ; Psychological Factors ; Cultural Factors ; Psychological - Lifespan Development ; Cultural - Ethnicity and Traditions

Response Rate: 91.9% for the PINE

Study Design: Observational: Cross-sectional

Geographic Coverage: United States of America

Study Population: U.S. Chinese older adults who participated in the Population Study of Chinese Elderly in Chicago (N = 3,157)

Sampling Procedure: The researchers used data from the Population Study of Chinese Elderly in Chicago (PINE). The PINE surveyed U.S. Chinese older adults on their health and wellbeing. The survey involved a close collaboration among social service agencies, community centers, and research organizations.

Study Funding:

Nannan Zhang was supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities. Mengting Li was supported by Alzheimer’s Association. XinQi Dong was supported by National Institute on Aging, National Institute of Nursing Research, National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and National Institute of Mental Health.