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Cognitive Overload Longevity

Meaning

Cognitive Overload Longevity describes the protective strategies and biological adaptations necessary to mitigate the long-term, detrimental effects of chronic mental stress and excessive information processing on the aging brain. Unmanaged cognitive overload can lead to systemic inflammation, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis dysregulation, and accelerated telomere shortening, directly impacting healthspan. This clinical concept recognizes the modern environment as a significant stressor that requires intentional counter-measures to preserve cognitive function over time. Effective longevity planning must incorporate methods for managing the cumulative mental load.