Tissue loss in the brain that is associated with memory impairment. (Longitudinal Magnetic Resonance Imaging Studies of Older Adults: A Shrinking Brain. Susan M. Resnick, The Journal of Neuroscience, April 15, 2003. 23 (8)3295-3301)
Decline in cognitive speed and memory performance (What cognitive changes can be expected with normal ageing? Helen Christensen)
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intervention can be used to slow/reduce cognitive decline. (Physical and Mental Training: Implication for Cognitive Functioning in Old Age. Arthur Kramer, Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 2000, 8, 363-365)
slower rates of brain atrophy in individuals who remain medically and cognitively healthy. (Longitudinal Magnetic Resonance Imaging Studies of Older Adults: A Shrinking Brain. Susan M. Resnick, The Journal of Neuroscience, April 15, 2003. 23 (8)3295-3301.)
A lifestyle involving physical and intellectual activity appears to protect against neurodegerneative disorders and the cognitive decline seen in the aged. (Mulitfactorial training: encoding skills, attention, and relaxation: improved memory performance. Multifactorial Memory Training in Normal Aging: Anna Stigsdotter Neely)
Level of social participation is positively associated with memory performance. (Theoretical and Methodological Issues in Memory Training. Theory-Drive Guidelines for Cognitive Rehabilitation Strategies in Older Adults,.Robert Hill and Lars Backman)
