Seeing trees might help ageing brains work better

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US research shows exposure to green space could slow cognitive decline in middle-aged women. The scientists say the benefits may come as green spaces increase opportunities for physical activity, social engagement, psychological restoration, and even mitigate the negative consequences of noise and air pollution. However the researchers note 98% of their study participants were highly educated white women, so the results may not apply to the whole population.

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conference: Jama Network Open

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Organisation/s: Boston University School of Public Health, US

Funder: Research reported in this publication was supported by National Institutes of Health grants 1K99AG066949-02 (to Dr Jimenez), R01AG067497 and R01AG065359 (both to Dr Weuve) and R00CA201542 (to Dr James).

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