"Talking Speed: A Key Indicator of Cognitive Health and Aging Brain"
A new study suggests that the speed at which a person talks could be linked to their risk of developing dementia, with researchers finding that changes in talking speed may reflect changes in the brain. The study, involving 125 healthy volunteers, found that the speed of speech surrounding pauses, rather than the pausing itself, may be a more important indicator of changes in brain health. While these findings could potentially lead to the development of tools to detect cognitive decline early, it's important to note that dementia is not a natural part of aging, and individuals experiencing memory problems or other symptoms should seek medical advice.