University of Oslo, Department of Psychology, Center for Lifespan Changes in Brain and Cognition

Does loneliness affect your memory?

A study by the University of Oslo found that feelings of loneliness were associated with memory decline in Swedish participants, but not German ones. However, this association was lost once dementia patients were excluded, suggesting a complex relationship between loneliness and cognitive decline.

SourceUniversity of Oslo, Department of Psychology, Center for Lifespan Changes in Brain and Cognition·JournalFrontiers in Aging Neuroscience·TypeImaging analysis·DateMar 9, 2022

Older-looking brains linked to lower birth weight and genes

A new study by the University of Oslo found that brains with an older appearance are associated with lower birth weights and a genetic tendency towards smaller brain size. The researchers measured the pace of brain aging in 1,500 adults over 10 years and found no strong correlation between estimated brain age and future brain changes.

SourceUniversity of Oslo, Department of Psychology, Center for Lifespan Changes in Brain and Cognition·JournaleLife·TypeImaging analysis·DateNov 16, 2021

The relationship of education and income to brain and cognition varies across groups of people

A large study found that education and income have varying relationships with brain volume and cognitive scores across different populations. The associations were strongest in childhood development, suggesting socioeconomic status may not specifically protect the brain from aging effects.

SourceUniversity of Oslo, Department of Psychology, Center for Lifespan Changes in Brain and Cognition·JournalCerebral Cortex·TypeObservational study·DateSep 10, 2021