Brains are Growing and Dementia Risk Decreasing: New Study Finds Evidence of Larger Brains Defying the Myth of Getting Dumber
Sacramento, California – Researchers at UC Davis Health have made a fascinating discovery regarding the growth of human brains over time. Contrary to popular belief that humans may be getting dumber, studies show that our brains are actually increasing in both volume and surface area. By comparing MRI scans of individuals born in the 1930s with those born in the 1970s, researchers found evidence of brain growth that may have implications for reducing the risk …