The Neurobiology of Aging

Adults who regularly engage in challenging activities do far better than those that don't. As we enter our 50s, there are profound and positive changes in how the brain processes information. You're literally gaining access to whole new levels of intelligence and creativity and wisdom over 50 if you engage in creative activities. That's part A. Part B is dynamic, deliberate play. Challenging, creative, and social activities that demand dynamic, deliberateplay. The World Health Organization has very specific guidelines for peak performance aging.