Why do some people retain sharp memory and healthy brain even in late age? This question has become especially relevant due to the increasing number of elderly adults who are at risk of cognitive decline. Researchers have found that bilingualism, that is, the active use of more than one language, is an important piece of this puzzle.
Read also Everything you need to know about sign language in Slovenia A study conducted in Canada examined three key factors: speaking two languages, verbal memory, and sex hormones. It turned out that these elements do not work in isolation, but intertwine in ways that surprised scientists. The results show that higher cognitive resistance directly reduces the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, while the same is true for the other factors.
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