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Cognitive Maintenance

Meaning

Cognitive maintenance refers to the continuous, active process of preserving optimal brain function, encompassing the sustained efficiency of memory, attention, executive function, and processing speed throughout the lifespan. In the context of hormonal health, this is intimately linked to the neuroprotective roles of key endocrine factors, such as estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid hormones. The clinical goal is to prevent or slow age-related cognitive decline by supporting the underlying neural infrastructure and connectivity.