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Discover the misconceptions of aging and the ways in which the brain improves as we get older. Learn about brain changes with age, reducing stress to improve cognitive abilities, the capabilities of the aging brain, and cultural differences in expressing pain and its impact on medical treatment.
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- Older adults improve in many abilities every decade after 60, including increased happiness through gratitude, empathy, and compassion.
- Resilience and conscientiousness are key personality traits that promote successful aging and can be developed throughout life.
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The Positive Aspects of Aging
Contrary to the belief that old age is a time of decline, research shows that older adults actually improve in many abilities every decade after 60. Structural changes in the brain cause a focus on gratitude, empathy, and compassion for others, leading to increased happiness. Personality traits, such as resilience and conscientiousness, play a role in successful aging and can be developed throughout life.
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