Purpose Boosts Mental Sharpness
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Psychologists discover the 'key' element that helps your brain stay sharp in old age

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A recent study published in Psychological Science has found that the key component to remaining mentally sharp into advanced age is having a sense of purpose.
The study was led by Dr. Gabrielle Pfund of Auburn University and colleagues from Rush University and Washington University in St. Louis .
Pfund and her team conducted a study on 1,702 people, 65 years old and older, and asked them about their mental sharpness and levels of well-being for up to 10 years .
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