Archive for July, 2009

How to Prevent Cognitive Decline in Old Age

Posted in Brain and mental health on July 13th, 2009 by michelle – Be the first to comment

The answer: Exercise.
Interestingly enough, not all exercise yields the same results.  Aerobic exercise is more effective than stretching and weight lifting. Most studies used walking, as this is the easiest and most acceible exercise for older adults.  It was  found that the cognitive improvement correlated to the distance walked and not to the speed.  So now you know, take a long peaceful walk, improve your mind and enjoy the view.

(Taken from Hertzog et all, Scientific American Mind,  July-August 2009)

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Depression

Posted in Depression and anxiety on July 4th, 2009 by michelle – Be the first to comment

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A shame. Psychotherapy could help…