Nonfiction: Educational/ Informative Text

Delilah Jones

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Documentaries

Description

Here, I recite a section of research detailing the functionality of the brain and highlighting the potential of its plasticity despite typical decline seen in old age. I perform a youthful and enthusiastic tone throughout to keep interest and curiosity at its peak. Hope you enjoy listening !

Language

English

Voice Age

Young Adult (18-35)

Accents

North American (General)

Transcript

Note: Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and may contain errors.
We now know that exercise and mental activity in animals generates and sustains more brain cells. And we have many studies confirming that humans who lead mentally active lives have better brain function. The more education we have, the more socially and physically active we are, and the more we participate in mentally stimulating activities, the less likely we are to get Alzheimer's or dementia. Not all activities are equal in this regard. Those that involve genuine concentration studying musical instrument, playing board games, reading and dancing are associated with a lower risk for dementia. Dancing, which requires learning new moves is both physically and mentally challenging and requires much concentration. Less intense activities, such as bowling, babysitting and golfing are not associated with a reduced incidence of Alzheimer's.