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Poll: How should the industry leverage language/brain-health research?
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Lifelong Language Learning: A Message That Benefits Everyone Oct 12

I chose the first option because it seems to reflect the broadest and most widely supported findings in this area.

Research on cognitive reserve suggests that regularly using and learning languages may contribute to long-term brain health, and this message is relevant to people of all ages and backgrounds, not just one particular group.

I also think this approach suits our industry well.

Many of us already practice lifelong language learning as part of ou... See more
I chose the first option because it seems to reflect the broadest and most widely supported findings in this area.

Research on cognitive reserve suggests that regularly using and learning languages may contribute to long-term brain health, and this message is relevant to people of all ages and backgrounds, not just one particular group.

I also think this approach suits our industry well.

Many of us already practice lifelong language learning as part of our daily work, whether by refining our command of our working languages, keeping up with terminology in our specialized fields, or exploring new areas of expertise.

Sharing that experience in a positive way could help the wider public appreciate the value of language skills.

That said, I can see merit in the other options as well, particularly initiatives focused on healthy aging, which could be a meaningful way to put this research into action. ▲ Collapse


Maria Teresa Borges de Almeida
 
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No one is obliged to follow my example. But in 2006, when I reached retirement age at an EU institution, I decided to carry on working as a freelancer. In my opinion, active retirement improves brain function, slows down cognitive decay, and lowers the risk of dementia or depression.
 


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