30s-60s routine jobs linked to 66% higher mild cognitive impairment and 37% greater dementia risk after 70, study finds.
A new study published in Neurology found that routine jobs with little mental stimulation during one's 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s increase the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia later in life. The research, involving 7,000 Norwegians, showed that people with these jobs had a 66% higher risk of mild cognitive impairment and a 37% greater risk of dementia after the age of 70, compared to those with high-demand jobs. The study highlighted the importance of engaging work assignments and social interactions in combating dementia and maintaining cognitive health throughout one's working life.
April 17, 2024
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