Dementia is a disease that weakens the brain's ability to function. Weak memory, difficulty in making decisions, and problems in learning are some symptoms of dementia. The risk of dementia also increases with increasing age. However, a recent study has found that staying mentally busy can reduce the risk of dementia.
This study has been published in the Journal of Neurology. In this, researchers conducted research on 790 people above 70 years of age. These people were divided into 4 groups on the basis of their brain activities.
The first group- People who had a lot of brain activities.
The second group- People whose brain activities were moderate.
The third group- People who had less brain activities.
Fourth group- People who already had dementia.
Researchers observed these people for 12 years. During the study, 237 people developed dementia. Researchers found that people who had the most brain activity had the lowest risk of developing dementia. At the same time, people who had less brain activity had the highest risk of developing dementia. The lead author of the study says that our study shows that continuously stimulating the brain can help reduce the risk of dementia.
So how to keep the mind busy?
- Learn new things. Learn a new language, learn to play a new instrument, or learn a new skill like painting, dance, etc.
- Solve puzzles. Puzzles like Sudoku and crosswords are a great way to exercise your brain.
- Read books. Reading books not only increases your knowledge but also sharpens your memory.
- Stay socially connected. Meet up with friends and family, and interact with new people.
- Do mental exercise. Sit quietly and meditate for some time.
This study raises new hope for the prevention of dementia. To keep the mind sharp and healthy, it is very important to remain mentally active.
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