Old dogs get smarter
April 8th 2007 20:36
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"Recent studies are bucking long-held beliefs that you can't teach an old dog, that the brain can't be rewired and that the effects of age can't be negated.
It is possible to remain sharp in the golden years through constant learning and a healthy lifestyle, experts say.
Unfortunately, all the research done in the area of cognitive functioning doesn't really point to one particular method, or shortcut, to stay there.
Experts are also looking into whether the effects can stall nature or prevent diseases such as Alzheimer's.
But they all agree that the common sense approaches - such as a good diet, consistent mental and physical exercises, and a robust social life - can help prolong cognitive fitness."
This comes to us from By SYLVIA LIM
slim@bradenton.com
She writes of the problems that need to be overcome in ascertaining whether diseases such as dementia can be delayed or prevented.
There is a variety of methods that can be used to overcome cognitive decline and Lim gives the following example.
"Teaching seniors how to follow patterns and sequences, solving problems and using a computer program - skills useful in deciphering bus schedules or driving.
After 10 sessions of training, most participants showed they were able to compute information faster and remember better.
The full article is available on link
Just remember, "A good brain has endurance, agility, speed."
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Comment by Tracy
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I didn't read the whole article, but I like the main essence of it and the quote: A good brain has endurance, agility, speed.
I just hope my brain remembers that.
Byee
Comment by katyzzz
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I'll have to remember that too.
katyzzz