Human Growth and Development / Unit 15 HGD 2156 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Cognitive Reserve
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The idea
Cognitive reserve is the protective capacity that delays dementia onset and softens its symptoms, built by education, occupation, aerobic exercise, cognitive stimulation and social life.
In practice
Two people with similar brain pathology, the one with more education showing symptoms years later.
Where people slip
Limited educational opportunity leaves disadvantaged groups with less reserve and greater risk.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
Builds on
Unlocks
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