Last Updated on January 7, 2021
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During autopsies, researchers often notice signs of damage (either trouble with blood supply or plaque related to Alzheimer’s disease) when looking at the brain even when the patient didn’t have dementia. Therefore, they suggest that these people have enough extra sufficiency to remain sharp regardless of the physical deterioration.
According to the Lancet Commission, there is a link between dementia and lack of formal schooling, suggesting that our early life events can establish this reserve.
It was found that those who grew up in a higher socioeconomic status have a lower risk of developing dementia, and luckily, those who go through the secondary level can also skip the disease. This highlights the fact that brain health, in particular, is a lifelong commitment.
However, experts point out that you can always continue protecting your cognitive health as an adult by making sure to find various ways to stay mentally and socially active.