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Here, we’ll explore seven common lifestyle factors that can affect cognitive decline based on the latest research and expert recommendations, and provide actionable strategies to support brain ...
Exercise affects many people young and old. [14] For the young, if exercise is introduced it can form a constructive habit that can be instilled throughout adulthood. For the elderly, especially those with Alzheimer's or other diseases that affect the memory, when the brain is introduced to exercise the hippocampus is likely to retain its size ...
The good news is that early intervention can make a huge difference, and many of these can be managed via medication, diet or lifestyle changes. No matter how old—or young—you are, it's never ...
It has been demonstrated that socio-demographic factors can be used to predict cognitive profiles within older individuals to some extent. [109] This may be because families of higher socioeconomic status (SES) are equipped to provide their children with resources early on to facilitate cognitive development.
A new study suggests that the bacteria living in the mouth may influence cognitive function, and some harmful bacteria may contribute to the development of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
The development of memory is a lifelong process that continues through adulthood. Development etymologically refers to a progressive unfolding. Memory development tends to focus on periods of infancy, toddlers, children, and adolescents, yet the developmental progression of memory in adults and older adults is also circumscribed under the umbrella of memory development.
Dementia affects 5% of the population older than 65 and 20–40% of those older than 85. [276] Rates are slightly higher in women than men at ages 65 and greater. [ 276 ] The disease trajectory is varied and the median time from diagnosis to death depends strongly on age at diagnosis, from 6.7 years for people diagnosed aged 60–69 to 1.9 ...
Older adults doing Tai Chi. Cognitive, physical, and social losses, as well as gains, are to be expected throughout the lifespan. Older adults typically self-report having a higher sense of well-being than their younger counterparts because of their emotional self-regulation. Researchers use Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory to ...