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Personality traits are related to measures of neurodegeneration
NIA study finds personality traits such as depression are linked to more neurodegeneration, while positivity and cheerfulness are associated with less neurodegeneration.
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Work complexity linked to better cognitive aging
Two NIA-funded studies find association between complexity of work and later-life cognition.
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Dysfunctional muscle mitochondria linked to higher dementia risk
NIA study links lower mitochondrial function in muscle with an increased risk for future cognitive impairment and the development of brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

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