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Researchers at Ohio State University found that when working memory is overloaded, attention becomes scattered and adults ...

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Stretching improves muscle flexibility and overall mobility, which is important as you age. It can also affect your mind, by improving mood, mental clarity, and thinking skills.

About this research This Pew Research Center report looks at how Americans are thinking about aging and how things are going for adults ages 65 and older.