Activities that challenge your mind may help maintain brain health
Summary
Challenging your mind with new activities can help keep your brain healthy as you get older. The Alzheimer's Association encourages learning new skills and staying socially connected to lower the risk of memory problems and dementia.Key Facts
- Mental exercises like strategy games (e.g., chess) are better for brain health than routine puzzles.
- Learning new things, such as a language or musical instrument, helps build a "cognitive reserve," which supports the brain during aging.
- Social isolation increases the risk of cognitive decline by 70%.
- The Alzheimer's Association has a "6-Step Challenge" to guide people in healthy brain habits.
- The challenge offers daily tips through text or email via rethinkyourbrain.org.
- Brain health also benefits from good nutrition and regular physical activity.
- The information is part of a series called "Brain Health: From Awareness to Action" on CBS Mornings.
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