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Science2026-04-15

Doing this throughout life may cut Alzheimer’s risk by 38%

A lifetime of mental stimulation—like reading, writing, and learning new skills—may help protect the brain as we age. People with the highest levels of cognitive enrichment had a much lower risk of Alzheimer’s and experienced symptoms years later than those with the lowest levels.

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Doing this throughout life may cut Alzheimer’s risk by 38%

A lifetime of mental stimulation—like reading, writing, and learning new skills—may help protect the brain as we age

People with the highest levels of cognitive enrichment had a much lower risk of Alzheimer’s and experienced symptoms years later than those with the lowest levels.

Doing this throughout life may cut Alzheimer’s risk by 38% - PMC News