Environmental Cognitive Processing in Older Adults With and Without a History of Falls and Individuals with Parkinson's Disease

Increased beta activity may signify that older adults with NHOF experience enhanced cognitive processing, such as improved attention and sensory integration, in a real-world setting that offers more environmental stimuli compared to the lab setting. In contrast, this can help us differentiate how cognitive processing of environmental stimuli may be altered in populations with mobility impairments. This finding further highlights the potential impact of neurodegenerative conditions on environmental cognitive processing and brain activity, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to support cognitive and physical well-being of older adults.