Short-Term Lifestyle Strategies for Sustaining Cognitive Status
Table 1
Wellness domain and associated assessment item.
Wellness domain
Assessment item
Physical, sleeping
Difficulty falling asleep Obtaining too much sleep Not obtaining enough sleep
Physical, exercise
Leaving house over the last 3 days
Total hours of exercise or physical activity in last 3 days
Exercise-related activity involvement
Biking
Pilates, yoga, Tai Chi
Swimming/aqua fitness
Hiking
Intellectual wellness/cognitive leisure
Computer activities
Crossword puzzles
Crafts or arts
Educational courses
Reading
Emotional wellness
Interest or pleasure in things you normally enjoy Not anxious, restless, or uneasy Not sad, depressed, or hopeless Stress does not have a negative effect on quality of life Feel valued Life satisfaction
Social/leisure wellness
Not lonely Have close friends in community Can count on friends for companionship Can count on friends for daily support Pursue involvement in life of community
Spiritual
Find meaning in day-to-day life Feel spiritual needs are being met