This chapter explores the capabilities of the ageing brain, including pattern recognition and problem-solving skills. It also delves into the reasons why older adults tend to exhibit more compassion and empathy.
Growing older is something we only get to do if we’re lucky, so why are so many of us unenthusiastic about the prospect of ageing? We speak to neuroscientist and author Dan Levitin about his new book The Changing Mind, which looks at the ways the brain actually improves as we age, and how we can help it.