Senior gadgets will keep the mind sharper and longer
No matter what age you are keeping your mind sharp is key. Technology can help! Senior gadgets are here.
Research shows the use of computers and smartphones prolong cognitive function in seniors as they age. Seniors are now four to eight years mentally younger than they were ten years ago. WOW! As technology advances and time passes I’m sure we will continue to knock years off of our mental age.
IQ levels have been rising for decades because of better education, nutrition, and healthcare. Improvements in these areas have allowed people to pursue more intellectually invigorating activities, sharpening their minds and therefore scoring higher on IQ tests. Although IQ isn’t everything, having a sharp mind as you age can keep you doing the things you love longer.
Seniors can be reluctant to give technology a try. Many feel technology isn’t necessary and may find it intimidating. However, they could get so much use of the everyday gadgets younger people carry around and take for granted daily. Maybe all that is needed is a helping hand with instruction and a new exciting world can await and keep their minds active.
In our digital world, everything can be accessed with a few key strokes online or clicks of a mouse. It is almost impossible to become bored these days. There is so much to explore and learn in today technologically advanced world.
If you are reading this online article, you are already well on your way! So give it a shot!
If you don’t know where to start you could ask a grandchild or a young person. They’ll be more than likely excited to show you all that can be done. From video calling people in other countries to taking online courses, using devices and their apps all can contribute to a sharp mind. Better for today and tomorrow.
If you are reading this online article, you are already well on your way! So give it a shot!
Read more about this on the original article Senior citizens’ use of computers and mobile phones might shave 10 years off their mental age
