If Older Adults Are Losing Their Cognitive Skills Due to the Normal

question 121

Multiple Choice

If older adults are losing their cognitive skills due to the normal aging process, which of the following did research find could help restore them to some extent?

• A) cognitive training with challenging tasks
• B) aerobic fitness training
• C) software-based training games
• D) All of these answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Neurochemical Factors

Biological elements such as neurotransmitters and hormones that influence brain function and behavior, often implicated in mood, cognition, and psychological conditions.

Neuroanatomical Factors

Aspects related to the structure and organization of the nervous system that influence behavior, cognition, and emotional responses.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers in the brain and nervous system that transmit signals between neurons, playing key roles in regulating mood, cognition, and behavior.

Hippocampal Volume

The size or capacity of the hippocampus, an area of the brain associated with memory and spatial navigation, which can be indicative of neurological health.