Some 2.3 million of U.S. adults over 65 – more than 4% – have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in. And whether it’s ...

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Forgetfulness isn't inevitable with age! Engaging brain games can sharpen memory and focus. Jigsaw puzzles boost visual-spatial reasoning and patience. Story recall enhances episodic memory by ...

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There is no reality check like telling someone the same story twice and not realizing it until they stop you midway. When that’s followed by misplacing your keys for the second time in a week or ...

Older adults, especially after the age of 65, go through cognitive decline where they start showing traces of dementia. However, even without diagnosis, cognitive decline sets in with age. Be it the ...

These puzzles and exercises can all strengthen neural systems and boost cognitive flexibility – try a couple of them below David Cox, PhD, is a specialist medical journalist and Cambridge ...