Mental Acuity Tasks Beat Socializing in Dodging Dementia

Source: Google News - HealthEngaging in mental acuity tasks can may decrease dementia risk more than social activities or creative hobbies, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. Researchers found that older adults who regularly participated in challenging mental tasks were 9-11% less likely to develop dementia, compared with 7% for creative hobbies or passive activities like reading. The study highlights the importance of mental stimulation in reducing...