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Social isolation is directly associated with later dementia

Posted: 08 Jun 2022 01:14 PM PDT

Interdisciplinary study shows changes to brain structures associated with memory and cognitive function are directly linked to social isolation. The data shows that socially isolated people are 26% more likely to develop later dementia. The study has implications for health and social care policy, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

High optimism linked with longer life and living past 90 in women across racial, ethnic groups

Posted: 08 Jun 2022 01:14 PM PDT

Higher levels of optimism were associated with longer lifespan and living beyond age 90 in women across racial and ethnic groups.