Researchers from Zhejiang University School of Medicine in China found that the stress of losing large amounts of money can accelerate cognitive decline. results published on JAMA Network.
More than eight thousand people aged 50-65 who had experienced financial collapse in the last two years (from the date of participation) participated in the research. The financial collapse meant the loss of more than 75% of monetary capital for a variety of reasons. The scientists collected information about the participants’ health status and assessed their cognitive ability levels. After this, the observation phase of the subjects began, which lasted 14 years.
After the observation period was completed, the researchers asked the participants to take the test again to determine their cognitive skill levels. It turns out that serious financial losses are associated with deterioration of memory, as well as the ability to perceive and process information. However, this correlation was only seen in people under 65 years of age. Researchers have suggested that older people may be better able to cope with stressful life events.
Most likely, a decrease in the normal level of spending and the accumulation of debt contributed to a decrease in the consumption of goods and services necessary to maintain health. Additionally, stress from financial losses can cause changes in eating and physical habits, which can indirectly lead to poor health and thus dementia.
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