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Volunteering keeps older minds sharp

Volunteering may improve cognitive function of older adults, especially for women and those with lower levels of education.

While the links of volunteering to physical health are well known, its associations with mental functioning are less clear.

"Cognitive functions, such as memory, working memory, and processing are essential for living an independent life," says Christine Proulx, an associate professor of human development and family science department at the University of Missouri.

Posted by Sheena Rice

Volunteering keeps older minds sharp

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