Bilingualism and Cognitive Ageing: Does learning a new language help prevent cognitive ageing?

Mardon, Austin; Mardon, Catherine; Mazumder, Ashmita; Park, Jiyeon; Yang, Anna; Kabir-Bahk, Camryn; Sonawala, Haya

ISBN 10: 1773696165 / ISBN 13: 9781773696164

Published by Golden Meteorite Press, 2021

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bilingualism and Cognitive Ageing: Does learning a new language help prevent cognitive ageing?
• Publisher: Golden Meteorite Press
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1773696165
• ISBN 13: 9781773696164
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Language is the key to communication and connection regardless of whether it is through digital platforms, body language, or simply face-to-face conversation. Therefore, it is no wonder that so many people seek out the opportunity to learn and teach others new languages; it allows us to connect with more people across the globe. Despite this, it was widely believed in scientific circles that bilingualism was a disadvantage—something that might slow down the developing brain—rather than a social and cognitive advantage. Bilingualism and Cognitive Ageing: Does learning a new language help prevent cognitive ageing? strives to examine the recent research that disproves this out-dated theory, with a focus on how bilingualism affects our cognitive ageing. Our discussion begins with an exploration of the history of research on the cognitive effects of bilingualism and ends with a look at the common misconceptions that people hold and how they may be supported by popular culture. Along the way, the connection between specific ages and bilingualism—including when to learn a language—the effects that bilingualism has on the brain, and the most influential studies and scientists that have brought us to these conclusions will also be discussed. Bilingualism and Cognitive Ageing: Does learning a new language help prevent cognitive ageing? is a brief exploration that strives to educate the general reader on the history and science behind bilingualism and cognitive ageing.