Baby boomers show concerning decline in cognitive functioning

Re:Baby boomers show concerning decline in cognitive functio... by mcv on Tuesday August 04, 2020 @05:26AM (#24048214)

If my dad[0] did that, he'd have to meet other people, and he hates that. He's very happy on his own. I tried convincing him to move to an apartment closer to us, but he prefers to stay in the town he's lived in for the past 50 years. It's where his chess club is.

[0] quintessential baby boomer, though the article incorrectly tries to label him a war baby

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Re:Baby boomers show concerning decline in cognitive functio... by fxtentacle on Tuesday August 04, 2020 @05:39PM (#24054772)

I believe that many people making such a decision don't know or do not consider the effects that isolation will have on their brain. That's why I believe there should be more discussion about the side effects of such a decision.

But if people knowingly accept that, I see nothing wrong with it. My grandma also was the same. But she kind of compensated for the loneliness at home by being super active in an outdoor hiking club.

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Re:Baby boomers show concerning decline in cognitive functio... by dkdk8283 on Thursday August 06, 2020 @03:48AM (#24068934)

Apartment life is absolutely terrible. Noisy neighbors, inappropriate management, etc. In my opinion apartments are very much for those who cannot afford homes. When you own your own property you have so much more freedom.

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