Mental Activities and Brain Health

The video discusses how memory tends to decline with age due to physiological changes in the brain, such as shrinking and reduced efficiency of brain cells. It highlights that short-term memory is more affected than long-term memory. To combat memory decline, staying mentally and physically active is recommended. Activities like completing college may lower Alzheimer's risk, though causation isn't proven. The 'use it or lose it' principle is emphasized, suggesting engaging in enjoyable, mentally challenging activities like puzzles or learning new skills to maintain brain health.

What is one reason memory tends to decline as we age?

• Brain cells increase in number.

• Brain cells become more connected.

• Brain cells function more efficiently.

• Brain cells shrink and die over time.

Which type of memory is more affected by aging?

• Procedural memory

• Long-term memory

• Short-term memory

• Sensory memory

What activity is suggested to help protect brain health?

• Watching TV

• Remaining mentally and physically active

• Eating fast food

• Sleeping more than 12 hours a day

What is the relationship between higher education and Alzheimer's risk?

• Higher education guarantees no Alzheimer's risk.

• Higher education has no impact on Alzheimer's risk.

• Higher education increases Alzheimer's risk.

• Higher education may lower Alzheimer's risk.

What does the phrase 'use it or lose it' imply about brain health?

• Brain health is unaffected by activity.

• Using your brain can help maintain its health.

• Brain health deteriorates regardless of activity.

• Using your brain will cause it to tire quickly.

What is recommended for maintaining mental activity?

• Avoiding any mental activities

• Engaging in activities that are too easy

• Engaging in activities that are too difficult

• Engaging in mentally challenging but enjoyable activities

Which of the following is NOT suggested as a mental activity?

• Crossword puzzles

• Learning languages

• Playing musical instruments

• Watching movies

Why is it important to choose activities that are not too difficult?

• To avoid straining the brain

• To ensure quick completion

• To increase stress levels

• To make them less enjoyable

What is a key factor in selecting mental activities?

• They should be personally enjoyable.

• They should be physically demanding.

• They should be expensive.

• They should be time-consuming.