Digital Tech May Reduce Dementia Risk

Photo credit: Centre for Ageing Better via Unsplash. Article by Shelby Cefaratti-Bertin. Neuroscience News – April 14, 2025. Source: Baylor College of Medicine. Research article: Nature Human Behavior.

Summary: Contrary to fears of “digital dementia,” new research finds that using digital technology is linked to a reduced risk of cognitive decline in older adults. A large-scale meta-analysis of over 400,000 participants revealed that digital engagement correlates with a 58% lower risk of cognitive impairment. Technology challenges the brain, fosters social connection, and enables compensatory tools like reminders and GPS that support independence. These findings suggest that healthy, intentional tech use may enhance mental resilience as we age. […]

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