Home Ambient Temperature Affects Attention in Older Adults

A study finds temperature extremes at home may impact cognitive function in aging individuals

Feb 16, 2025

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A professional medical illustration showing the impact of home ambient temperature on cognitive function in older adults. The image features a stylized depiction of an elderly person sitting indoors, with a thermometer displaying a temperature range. The background transitions from a cool blue on one side (representing lower temperatures) to a warm orange-red on the other (representing higher temperatures). A subtle brain overlay symbolizes cognitive function, with attention indicators fading in extreme temperature zones. The style is clean, modern, and informative, reinforcing the study’s findings.

Study Details

Controlled laboratory studies have shown that ambient temperature affects cognitive function, less is known about how temperature fluctuations in real-world home environments influence attention in aging individuals. This study sought to determine whether home ambient temperature impacts self-reported attention difficulties among community-…

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