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Monday, 10 March, 2025

Stress in middle-age can impair memory, reduce brain size

“Memory loss and brain shrinkage were found in the study’s middle-age participants before the onset of any symptoms,” Echouffo-Tcheugui added.

Stress in middle-age can impair memory, reduce brain size

The researchers suggested that it is important for physicians to counsel people with higher cortisol levels on ways to reduce stress, such as getting enough sleep and engaging in moderate exercise. (Photo: iStock)