Insights on brain health, connection, and the science behind meaningful conversations.
A 2025 study found that boredom proneness in older adults was linked to smaller functional gains during rehabilitation — suggesting that mental engagement matters just as much as physical therapy.
A 2019 study found that bilinguals had higher gray matter volume in key brain areas — suggesting that speaking two languages may help build a kind of 'brain reserve' that slows cognitive aging.
A 2017 study found that modifiable lifestyle factors like social engagement and physical activity explained about 20% of differences in cognitive scores among older adults.
A 2010 study found that more stable daily routines predicted better sleep quality in community-dwelling older adults.
A 2024 study found that daily 30-minute conversations with voice assistants led to significant reductions in loneliness among older adults living alone.
A major analysis found that loneliness increased the risk for dementia by 31% - a magnitude similar to the impact of being physically inactive or smoking.