Healthy Brain Aging: Opportunities and Challenges
2024
Healthy Brain Aging: Opportunities and Challenges
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Author Information
Author(s): Andrew Sixsmith, Sylvain Moreno, Holland, White, Fang, Boot, Dilanchian, Kalantari
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
Can preventative measures improve brain health and delay cognitive decline as people age?
Conclusion
Implementing real-world solutions to address modifiable risk factors may help delay or prevent cognitive decline and dementia.
Supporting Evidence
- Dementia and cognitive decline are major challenges for society.
- There are no effective treatments for dementia, but preventative measures can help.
- Community organizations can play a role in promoting healthy aging.
- Technologies like extended reality may support healthy brain aging.
Takeaway
This study looks at ways to help older people keep their brains healthy and avoid problems like dementia by making smart choices and using technology.
Methodology
The symposium includes four papers discussing various aspects of brain health and aging.
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