6 Signs Your Brain is Ageing

By Varun Verma
18 Nov 2022, 17:48 IST

With ageing, the brain ages too. This process gets enhanced more in the 60s. The brain shrinks and loses its abilities. Here are six signs that tell you if your brain is ageing.

Memory Loss

Age-related memory loss occurs like forgetting pens, keys, or names. But in some cases, memory loss can be a sign of Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

Poor Judgement

A person makes wrong decisions or is unable to take any decision. This is another sign of brain ageing, that shows before memory fades.

Trouble Understanding

With the brain shrinking, the cognitive functions are unable to work as effectively as before, leading to difficulties in comprehending.

Poor Visual Ability

As you age, your vision will also get affected and you will have other problems like difficulty in driving a vehicle or observing details.

Sudden Mood Change

Brain functions may change during ageing, and these changes may have an effect on emotions. So, you can have mood swings as you age.

Anxiety & Depression

With brain ageing, mental health issues like anxiety and depression take a rise. This can be due to shrunk brain size, hormonal imbalance, etc.

The brain is constantly working throughout a person's life, however, as they age, it is subject to a number of changes as these. Take a doctor’s advice in case you experience major issues.