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Study Finds Many Older Adults Will Improve Over Time–Depending on Their Mindset

A Yale University analysis of over 11,000 adults aged 65 and older found that nearly half improved in cognitive or physical measures over 12 years. These gains are associated with positive views of aging. Results suggest that seniors can improve both physically and cognitively as they age.

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The study size is now confirmed as more than 11,000 adults over a 12-year period.

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  1. Yale Study Links Positive Mindset to Improvements in Older Adults

    A Yale University analysis of over 11,000 adults aged 65 and older found that nearly half improved in cognitive or physical measures over 12 years. These gains are associated with positive views of aging. Results suggest that seniors can improve both physically and cognitively as they age.

    What's confirmed:

    • Yale University researchers tracked more than 11,000 adults over 65.
    • Nearly half of the participants improved in physical or cognitive measures over 12 years.
    • Positive views of aging are linked to these physical and cognitive gains.
    • 45% of older adults showed improvements in cognitive and physical abilities over time.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Engagement is the most significant factor driving improvement.
    • Brain health and cognitive performance can improve at any age through daily habits and mental engagement.
    • Older adults' perceptions of mental sharpness align with actual cognitive performance.
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  2. Yale Study Finds Nearly Half of Older Adults Improve With Age

    Research from Yale University indicates that 45% of older adults showed improvements in cognitive and physical abilities over time. These gains are linked to a positive mindset regarding aging. Some of these improvements were clinically significant.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Yale study of more than 11,000 older adults found that 45% improved over time.
    • Positive attitudes toward aging are linked to better cognition and physical function after age 65.
    • There are over 60 million adults over age 65 in the US, making up about 18% of the population.
    • The death rate for older adults is at its lowest level since 1999.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • People are living better at the end of their lives.
    • People are healthier when they are elderly despite increased life expectancy.
    confidence 90%