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Chapters
- 00:05Title
- 01:10Preparation of Saliva Collection Supplies
- 02:24Saliva Collection Instruction
- 03:44Provide Additional Instructions and Answer Questions
- 04:32Saliva Handling and Processing and Salivary Cortisol Assay Protocol
- 06:44Results: Collection of Salivary Biomeasures in the Community Setting
- 07:53Conclusion
We demonstrate: (1) procedures for collection of salivary samples in cognitive impaired older adults by family caregivers in the home setting, (2) procedures for measuring stress activity via salivary cortisol and alpha amylase, and (3) representative profiles. Protocols that allow researchers to study stress-linked processes advance our understanding of biological sensitivity and susceptibility.
