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Exercise the Mind in Older Adulthood

Q – Alzheimer’s runs in my family, and has affected generations of women that I love. I know that based on history there is a very good chance that I will be subjected to the same issues; but I want to try and do what I can in order to beat the odds. I’m sure you’ve heard that before, right? But nonetheless, if there’s anything that you can suggest I do in order to help keep my mind strong in order to help prevent the effects of Alzheimer’s or dementia, I would really appreciate it!

A – Just as you work to maintain your body in order to reduce your chances of physical health problems, you can exercise your mind in order to help with Alzheimer’s and dementia, though of course genetics do play a role and nothing is guaranteed. There are specific brain fitness programs offered in Rhode Island, which are kind of like attending a brain fitness gym, or you can try purchasing software like the Big Brain Academy. Even crossword puzzles, jumbles, and games like Boggle can help you to prevent the effects of cognitive decline. Good luck!

Sources:

1. US News and World Report