scholarly journals Lifelong learning for older persons in Hong Kong

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sze Sze, Stephanie HUI
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Lifelong Learning ◽  
Older Persons

Attitudes Toward Life-Sustaining Treatment of Older Persons in Hong Kong

1997 ◽  
Vol 45 (10) ◽  
pp. 1232-1236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elsie Hui ◽  
Suzanne C. Ho ◽  
June Tsang ◽  
S.H. Lee ◽  
Jean Woo
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Life Sustaining Treatment

Elder lifelong learning, intergenerational solidarity and positive youth development: the case of Hong Kong

2011 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ka Man So ◽  
Daniel T.L. Shek
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Older People ◽  
Lifelong Learning ◽  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Social Issues ◽  
Evaluation Studies ◽  
Intergenerational Solidarity ◽  
Learning Program

Abstract Elder lifelong learning has been promoted worldwide under different modes for upgrading quality of life of elders and actualizing successful aging. With multiple objectives, some modes of the elder lifelong learning program attempt to simultaneously address the social issues of age-segregation and negative perceptions of older people by adopting an intergenerational approach. Such an approach links the two non-biological generations – the young and the old – together purposefully for nurturing intergenerational solidarity and integration. Although program evaluation studies demonstrate the positive impacts and effects of an intergenerational approach on older people, its impact on young people is not well-researched. This paper explores intergenerational solidarity generated from the intergenerational-mode elder lifelong learning program in Hong Kong and argues how it contributes to positive youth development.

Use of Clinical Dementia Rating in Detecting Early Cognitive Deficits in a Community-based Sample of Chinese Older Persons in Hong Kong

2008 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-157 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda C. W. Lam ◽  
Cindy W. C. Tam ◽  
Victor W. C. Lui ◽  
Wai C. Chan ◽  
Sandra S. M. Chan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Cognitive Deficits ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Clinical Dementia Rating ◽  
Community Based

scholarly journals Antidepressant Use and Risk of Suicidal Behavior in Older Persons With Depression: A Cohort Study in Hong Kong

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 441-441
Author(s):  
Yi Chai ◽  
Hao Luo ◽  
Kenneth K C Man ◽  
Wallis C Y Lau ◽  
Ian C K Wong
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Suicidal Behavior ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Antidepressant Drugs ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Self Harm ◽  
Antidepressant Use

Abstract Background Depression is highly prevalent in older adults and requires treatment. However, debate persists on whether antidepressant use is associated with an elevated risk of suicidal behavior. This study aims to examine the short- and long-term risk of suicidal behavior by various classes of antidepressants in older persons with depression. Methods Persons aged 40 years and above and received a clinical diagnosis of depression between January 1, 2001, and December 31, 2016 were identified from the Clinical Data Analysis and Reporting System in Hong Kong. The risk of suicidal behavior in persons who were prescribed antidepressants was compared with persons who were not prescribed any antidepressant drugs. Antidepressants were classified as tricyclic and related antidepressant drugs (TCAs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressants (NaSSAs), serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) and others. Incidence and adjusted hazard ratio (aHR) of subsequent self-harm and suicide within one-year and the whole study period were estimated by age groups. Results A total of 34,927 persons aged 40-64 years, and 19,300 persons aged 65+ years were included. In the younger age group, the highest short-term and long-term risks were found in others (aHR, 2.33; 1.02-5.34) and NaSSAs (2.88; 2.15-3.86), respectively. In the older age group, no significant association was observed between antidepressant use and suicidal behavior across all antidepressant classes. Conclusion The self-harm and suicide associated risks vary across antidepressant classes and age groups. Cautions are always needed for antidepressant prescriptions.

Physical activity and cognitive function of community Chinese elderly in Hong Kong (HK) and Guangzhou (GZ)

2014 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 959-966 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elena X. F. Su ◽  
Y. Q. lin ◽  
S. L. Zhang ◽  
Grace T. Y. Leung ◽  
Linda C. W. Lam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Hong Kong ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Recall Test ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Intellectual Activity ◽  
Delayed Recall ◽  
Elderly Chinese

ABSTRACTBackground:Some studies demonstrated that physical activity may have beneficial effect on cognitive function. The objective of the study was to estimate the association between physical activity and cognitive function in community-dwelling elderly Chinese in Hong Kong (HK) and Guangzhou (GZ).Methods:In the neighborhood of HK and GZ, a convenience sample of 557 (260 in HK and 297 in GZ) older persons without dementia aged over 60 years (73.4 ± 6.5) was recruited. Physical activity was measured using a checklist. Information on physical activity participation, cognitive function, and other variables were collected. Multivariate linear regression analyses were performed to evaluate the association between physical activity and cognitive function.Results:Total number of physical activities showed significant association with the delayed recall test (p < 0.01) and category verbal fluency test (CVFT) (p < 0.01). However, with further adjustment for participation in intellectual activity, the coefficients were no longer statistically significant (p > 0.05)Conclusion:Physical activity may not be associated with better cognitive function among elderly Chinese independently of other factors.

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