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Engaging in creative activities may help preserve cognitive skills in older adults. This study found a negative correlation between creative engagement and cognitive decline in both men and women, highlighting creativity

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  • Neuroscience

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  • Aging is typically associated with a decline in cognitive abilities.
  • Individual differences exist in cognitive decline rates among the elderly.
  • Creative engagement is increasingly recognized as a potential protective factor against cognitive decline.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between daily creative activities and cognitive skills in elderly individuals.
  • To determine if creative engagement is correlated with better cognitive preservation in older adults.

Main Methods:

  • A correlational study was conducted with 80 non-institutionalized elderly participants (40 male, 40 female) aged 65-90 in Portugal.
  • Participants were assessed on their engagement in daily creative activities.
  • Cognitive skills were evaluated using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE).

Main Results:

  • Creative activities showed a negative correlation with cognitive decline in both elderly males and females.
  • The findings suggest that engaging in creative production and expression is linked to preserved cognitive functions.

Conclusions:

  • Creativity appears to be important for maintaining cognitive health in older age.
  • There is a need for strategies to promote and support creative activities among the elderly.