|
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
|
Credit: Marvin Lee/Flickr
A study conducted in the US found evidence that higher levels of stress increase the probability that elderly people will develop amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMPC) – a mild form of cognitive decline that in 10-15% of cases develops into Alzheimer’s.
Mindfulness based stress reduction, stress-reducing drugs or cognitive-behavioral therapies may thus lessen our risk for this type of decline and ultimately for Alzheimer’s.
Read more at: ScienceAlert
Featured in This Post
- Topics
Never Miss a Breakthrough!
About Gowing Life
At Gowing Life we analyze the latest breakthroughs in aging and longevity, with the sole aim to help you make the best decisions to maximise your healthy lifespan.
Copyright © Gowing Life Limited, 2024 • All rights reserved • Registered in England & Wales No. 11774353 • Registered office: Ivy Business Centre, Crown Street, Manchester, M35 9BG.