Feeling happy about life slowed the cognitive decline among older adults in China, a new 12-year study suggests.
Researchers found that the odds of developing cognitive impairment, such as dementia, were lower in those with better psychological well-being.
While previous studies have reported the benefits of positive psychology on cognitive functions, the research only tracked individuals for a short time, which can underestimate the association between psychological well-being and cognitive change.
Knowing more about cognitive impairment is an important public health issue in an aging society, said Lydia Li, professor of social…
