Scientists from Rotterdam conducted a large-scale study, during which it was found that memory lapses in a person with higher education may indicate the risk of an impending stroke.
The study lasted for 20 years, during which the scientists were able to interview 9,000 residents of Rotterdam. All participants in the experiment were absolutely healthy, but their age exceeded 55 years. The subjects had to answer questions that related to memory problems. By 2012, the group had 1,134 strokes.
Researchers noticed that those subjects who suffered from memory problems were more at risk of stroke. Participants with higher education were at the highest risk. Professor Arfan Ikram argues that the brains of intellectually developed people, as well as those who have higher education, have the ability to resist the symptoms of dementia. Scientists have called this feature "cognitive reserve", the formation of which falls on the period of childhood and youth. The function of "cognitive reserve" is to ensure the normal functioning of the brain. Memory problems can signal violations in the operation of this mechanism.
The described phenomenon is still a mystery to scientists who cannot find the cause of its occurrence. However, they suggest that people with more developed intelligence and a good cognitive reserve start to worry about memory lapses later than others. In the presence of such symptoms, it can be stated that there are serious disorders in the body, as well as an increased risk of stroke. The study can improve the work of doctors, who will be able to see the threat of an impending stroke earlier and take appropriate measures.
Source: estet-portal.com.
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