HEALTHY AGING: What to Expect in Your 70’s
Is This Normal?
The way you grow older is specific to you. Lifestyle, among other things, can play a role in the process. But some changes in your 70s are universal, because they’re the result of the way your body works. Experts sometimes call this “pure aging.” These shifts happen in everyone who lives long enough. You can’t avoid them, but you can prepare if you know what to expect.
Your Mind
Parts of your brain shrink as you get older, and signaling between different areas can slow. That means you may have trouble remembering names or coming up with a specific word. It may be harder for you to multitask and pay attention. If that makes you concerned about Alzheimer’s disease, don’t worry — these are normal changes. Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia cause much more severe trouble with memory and everyday tasks.
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This article submitted by Pat France, MSRN Member
