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Jul 16, 2023 · A study published in Neurology in 2021 found that high levels of cognitive activity, such as reading, playing games like checkers and puzzles, and writing letters, can delay the onset of...
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Sep 16, 2021 · There is new evidence from two studies by investigators at Rush University in Chicago that cognitive and physical activities can make a real difference in the development of Alzheimer's disease — the most common cause of dementia.
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Jul 20, 2023 · Taking classes, doing crosswords and puzzles, playing cards, and even writing letters may help ward off dementia, according to a new study.
Oct 1, 2018 · Jigsaw puzzling may provide two active ingredients (i.e., effective features) that benefit cognition: first, process-specific cognitive demands of jigsaw puzzling could contribute to an increased brain reserve (Gelfo et al., 2018), and second, regulation of distressing emotions through jigsaw puzzling could prevent chronic stress states that ...
- Patrick Fissler, Olivia Caroline Küster, Daria Laptinskaya, Laura Sophia Loy, Christine A. F. von Ar...
- 10.3389/fnagi.2018.00299
- 2018
- Front Aging Neurosci. 2018; 10: 299.
Jul 18, 2023 · Playing games, doing crosswords, writing letters or learning something new are all associated with reduced dementia risk in older adults, according to a large, long-term study.
Memory games are excellent for cognitive stimulation. Simple card games, such as matching pairs or identifying objects, can help dementia patients exercise their memory and focus. Puzzles. Large-piece puzzles or custom photo puzzles are great for stimulating the mind without being overwhelming.
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Apr 4, 2024 · The researchers found that yes, these activities, specifically in regards to adult literacy and active mental activities, can help with reducing the risk of dementia.
