BLUF
Talking is a declining yet vital mental exercise that boosts brain health and wellbeing. Teens and seniors talk less, risking isolation and cognitive decline, highlighting the need to encourage more conversation.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the cognitive benefits of talking as a form of brain exercise and its impact on attention, learning, and emotional understanding.
- Identify trends in talking behaviour, including declining rates and differences across age groups such as teens and older adults.
- Evaluate factors contributing to reduced talking and propose strategies to increase meaningful conversation to support wellbeing and brain health.
