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Yale study finds the key to aging well over 65
New York Post • • health
Key Points:
- A Yale University study found that nearly half of adults over 65 showed improvements in mental sharpness, physical strength, or both over a 12-year period, challenging the notion that aging inevitably leads to decline.
- Positive attitudes toward aging were linked to better cognitive and physical outcomes, with those feeling comfortable with aging more likely to improve their functioning.
- Negative stereotypes about aging, such as beliefs that cognition will decline or that dementia is inevitable, can harm health by increasing cognitive complaints and impairing physical and mental performance.
- Walking speed was used as a key physical health measure, with faster walking associated with a significantly lower risk of death and benefits for brain metabolism and memory-related brain structures.
- Experts recommend engaging in physical activity, mental exercises like puzzles and learning new skills, and regular health check-ups to maintain cognitive and physical health and reduce dementia risk as people age.
