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NY Times: Can Crosswords and Games Prevent Dementia?

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Can Crosswords and Games Prevent Dementia?

Experts say the answer is a puzzle.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/30/well/mind/dementia-brain-training-puzzles.html?unlocked_article_code=1.WU4.wf9A.a9CM36TJzQcw&smid=url-share

Main take away:

Perhaps Dr. Gandy summed up the debate best: “I don’t think it’ll hurt,” but he added, “I can’t promise you that will help either.”

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  • Carl46
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    Puzzles and games make you better at puzzles and games, but learning new skills and new information is what stimulates your brain.

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