Staying Sharp: New Study Uncovers How People Maintain Cognitive Function In Old Age
Friday, June 12, 2009 - 16:28
in Psychology & Sociology
Not everyone declines in cognitive function with age. Elderly people who exercise at least once a week, have at least a high school education and a ninth grade literacy level, are not smokers and are more socially active are more likely to maintain their cognitive skills through their 70s and 80s, according to new research.
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