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Originally Posted by spindlegirl
I don't disagree with the study, but I've seen similar studies for things like knitting. I'm a lifelong knitter, and sure enough, on Ravelry I've seen post after post about how knitting staves off dementia. The overlap in knitting and reading is that they are not passive hobbies. Both require concentration on what you're doing. and that is always a good thing.
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But this study doesn't discuss dementia, only longevity.
Generally speaking. I've seen claims for the cognitive benefits of various activities, but many aren't substantiated although they seem reasonable; then, studies do exist regarding the benefits of certain activities in staving off various effects of ageing. It can be difficult to pin down where certain claims fall on the spectrum: Supported by study > Anecdotal evidence > Seems likely > Totally fabricated.