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Cognitive Preservation

Meaning

Cognitive preservation refers to the clinical and physiological state of maintaining intellectual function, including memory, executive function, attention, and processing speed, over the course of an individual’s lifespan. It represents a proactive and protective effort against age-related decline or pathology-induced cognitive impairment, such as that seen in neurodegenerative diseases. This critical aspect of longevity and wellness is heavily influenced by systemic factors, including the balanced regulation of hormones and neurotrophic factors. Successful preservation is linked to an individual’s capacity to sustain a high quality of life and functional independence.