A new Yale study challenges the common myth that aging means constant decline, revealing that nearly half of adults over 65 experience measurable improvements in cognitive function and physical health. Researchers found that people with positive attitudes about aging were more likely to show gains, suggesting that there is a reserve capacity for improvement in later life. The study’s findings have significant implications for how we understand the aging process and may support greater investment in preventive care and rehabilitation programs.
Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260620100428.htm