Dr. Kim is part of a team that has published, “Perceived age discrimination and cognitive function in older Korean adults: a cross-sectional study,” in Aging & Mental Health. This study examined the relationship between perceived age discrimination and cognitive function among older Koreans using a large national sample. Findings showed that 40.5% experienced age discrimination, which was significantly associated with poorer cognitive performance and higher odds of cognitive impairment. Even after adjusting for other factors, discrimination remained a significant predictor. The results highlight ageism as a modifiable psychosocial risk factor and emphasize the need for policies and interventions to protect cognitive health in aging populations.

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