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    Old age and the brain

    If you hold a pen in your wrong' hand, writing becomes uncomfortable and difficult. But keep doing it
    and you will get better at it you learn. This is because connections between neurons in your brain get
    stronger, and your brain grows.

    In our early years our brains grow very fast as we learn language, writing, numbers, music, and how
    to coordinate movement. By the time we are teenagers, each neuron in our brain has connected to
    tens of thousands of other neurons, and every time we have a new thought or memory, our brains
    make new connections. Just as muscles get stronger by using
    them, the brain develops when it is stimulated.
    Without stimulation, it gradually dies.

    A healthy brain does not lose huge numbers of


    brain cells as it ages. It continues to rewire itself and grow new neurons. However, degenerative
    brain diseases are very common in old age, and so we associate ageing with diseases such as
    Alzheimer's disease.

    Even though these diseases are very common in the elderly, it is a mistake to think that old age
    automatically equals mental decline. When elderly people who do not have Alzheimer's disease
    suffer age-related losses of memory and motor skills, it is often not because of ageing, but because
    of inactivity and lack of mental stimulation.

    *(O que eu entendi em Inglês)*


    I understood that mental and physical stimulation throughout life is very important to maintain a
    healthy brain and avoid the cognitive decline associated with aging. The text highlights that the brain
    can continue to develop and form new neural connections, even in old age, as long as it is adequately
    stimulated. Furthermore, it highlights that cognitive decline is often not only caused by aging itself,
    but also by inactivity and lack of mental stimulation.

    1- What’s the text about?


    A: The text discusses the relationship between aging and brain health, highlighting the importance of
    stimulation and activity in maintaining cognitive function.

    2- who was written by?


    A: The text was written by an unidentified author

    3- What’s the written’s intentions?


    A: The intentions of the text is to educate readers about the relationship between aging and brain
    health, emphasizing the importance of remaining mentally and physically active throughout life to
    maintain cognitive function.

    4- Who was written for?


    A: The text was written for a general audience interested in understanding the connection between
    aging and brain health.

    5- Do you like the text?


    A: Yes, I like
    Home Work
    1- Define Alzheimer’s disease. Give us the three stage of Alzheimers.

    A: Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects brain function, primarily
    memory and cognition.

    The three stages of Alzheimer's disease are typically described as follows:

    1. Early Stage (Mild Alzheimer's)

    2. Middle Stage (Moderate Alzheimer's)

    3. Late Stage (Severe Alzheimer's)

    2- Is Alzheimer’s is common in the elderly? Why?

    A: Yes, Alzheimer's disease is indeed common in the elderly population. There are several reasons for
    this: Age is the greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. The prevalence of the disease
    increases with advancing age, and the majority of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's are over
    the age of 65.
    Other risk factors such as genetics, lifestyle factors, and certain medical conditions may also
    contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease, but age remains the most significant factor.

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