Language learning reduces impact of brain ageing by 54% in new Europe wide study
· by Carolina · learning
Great news for all of us who are studying a language! A new and compelling study of 86,000 confirms that language learning reduces the effects of brain ageing by over 50%
It’s wonderful to have another language and speak it fluently, but we all know the journey to get there can be a rollercoaster! With so many commitments, we are always trying to fit study into our busy lives. I have been studying Gaeilge for several years, so I know exactly what it means to squeeze in 15 minutes of homework just before starting a lesson! ;-)
Therefore, I completely understand my busy Italian students!
But now we know that, besides enjoying our lessons and being able to speak Italian when we go to Italy, we are actively working to keep our brains sharp forever!
Sono felice di condividere con voi la ricerca (I’m happy to share the research with you): www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-03677-2