Early Prevention Strategies for Alzheimer’s: Experts Suggest Engaging in Fun Activities to Delay Cognitive Decline

Engaging in fun activities that create positive stimulation to the brain—in addition to mental exercises—may prevent or delay the onset of dementia.

To prevent Alzheimer's, it is recommended to start preventive measures 20 years before the onset of symptoms.CGN089/Shutterstock

In recent years, numerous studies have shown that changes in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients may occur many years before symptoms appear. Therefore, preventive measures against cognitive decline should not wait until old age. Experts recommend initiating preventive strategies from the age of 40 to minimize the risk.

Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that progresses slowly over time, and it is the most common form of dementia. In the United States, around 6.7 million individuals aged 65 and older have Alzheimer’s disease, and over 70 percent of them are 75 years and older.