Staying mentally sharp while aging isn't a pipe dream. A cognitive neuroscientist explains that it's an achievable goal, built upon a lifetime of habits that strengthen your brain's "cognitive reserve" and protect its function.
Is it an achievable goal to remain mentally sharp while aging, or is it a pipe dream?
It’s entirely possible if you cultivate habits throughout your life that are beneficial to brain function.
As a researcher in cognitive neuroscience and the neurops... [6940 chars]