Games, puzzles and reading can slow cognitive decline in the elderly — even in those with mild cognitive impairment

Games, puzzles and reading can slow cognitive decline in the elderly — even in those with mild cognitive impairment

The aging process can lead to diminished cognitive functioning for older adults. In addition, about 10 percent of people previously diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment develop Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia every year. Although a few studies have found that activities such as putting together jigsaw puzzles can protect against cognitive aging, the … Read more