Fear of memory loss predicts self-reported memory failure and lower quality of life in older adults

Research from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Trinity College Dublin suggests that experiencing high levels of fear about dementia can have harmful effects on older adults’ beliefs about their memory and general well-being.

To date, few studies have measured the impact of dementia-related fear on daily functioning, despite its clinical relevance. In this new study, published in the journal Aging and Mental Health, researchers investigated if fear of memory decline predicted increased memory failures and poorer quality of life in older adults.