Our brains don’t retire by age.
Based on recent research in the field of neuroscience, American gerontologist Dr. Gene Cohen, director of the George Washington University Medical Center (USA), argues that the brain of an elderly person is much more plastic than is commonly believed. Throughout life, our brain encodes thoughts and memories, forming new neural connections. In addition, the interaction of the right and left hemispheres of the brain becomes more integrated, which expands our creative possibilities. Not as fast as in youth, the brain of a healthy older person gains in flexibility. Perhaps that is why it is in adulthood that we draw more accurate conclusions and make wise decisions. In addition, it has been found that as we age, our brains respond more calmly to negative emotions.