Thursday, March 30, 2017

Dancing may offset some effects of aging in the brain study says

Most of us have always loved dancing, whether or not we were even good at it. It's such a wonderful thought to know that even at an older age, the benefits of dancing are essential. Dancing tends to remind us of when we were younger and exhibits a great energy that allows us to let loose and forget about any troubles we may be experiencing. Whether you are in senior living, a nursing home, or even a retirement community here in Colorado, reading about the effects of dancing on an aging brain could be helpful and uplifting! Read more...

colostate.edu

“Older adults often ask how they can keep their brain healthy,” said lead researcher Aga Burzynska. “Dance may end up being one way to do that for the white matter.”

 

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1 comment:

  1. I am looking for a research study about decline of body perception in old age or of body mental representation in old age.
    Thank you. Dr. Dita Federman,
    The Emili Sagol Research center, University of Haifa, Israel

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