The Cognitive Benefits of Learning New Skills as an Older Adult

'There’s long been a stereotype that older adults are not as good at learning new skills—like languages, technology, and sports—as young people. But research from Rachel Wu at the University of California, Riverside shows that the learning environment and mindset rather than cognitive ability may be responsible for young people quickly picking up new skills. For older people, learning new things offers not only cognitive benefits, but an ability to live independently for longer.' -- The Takeaway