Linguistic Strategies in Health Behavior Promotion Programs: Enhancing Cognitive Abilities in Elderly Participants

Cognitive decline is a prevalent issue among elderly individuals, affecting memory, comprehension, and problem-solving abilities. Effective interventions that integrate linguistic strategies are essential in promoting cognitive resilience and overall well-being. This study evaluated the impact of language-based health behavior promotion programs on enhancing cognitive performance among elderly participants. A quasi-experimental design was employed with 60 elderly participants divided into an experimental and control group. The experimental group participated in a structured program that utilized specific linguistic strategies and cognitive training exercises to promote cognitive health. The control group continued their usual activities without linguistic interventions. The experimental group demonstrated significant improvements in all cognitive domains, including a 4.4-point increase in MoCA scores (t = 6.18, p < 0.01). Participants showed notable improvements in memory, comprehension, and problem-solving, with linguistic strategies enhancing their ability to process and retain information. The findings emphasize the effectiveness of incorporating linguistic strategies into multi-domain health behavior promotion programs.