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    Health news

    Jul 15, 2020 1 minute
    EDITED by BRONWYN PHILLIPS

    Banish bad thoughts

    Negative thinking may not just be linked to depression and anxiety – now researchers believe it may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, too. Afound repetitive negative thinking in people aged over 55 was linked to cognitive decline, as well as harmful brain proteins. While depression and anxiety in mid-life and old age are known risks, the study also implicated negative thought patterns over long periods of time. Studies into psychological tools, such as mindfulness or meditation, could show a reduced risk.

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