Each September marks World Alzheimer's Month, aimed at boosting public understanding of Alzheimer's and dementia.
AI Tools vs. Brain Workouts 🤔
With AI helpers like ChatGPT, Siri, and friendly chatbots, it's easy to wonder: are we offloading too much brainpower? Some worry that losing mental exercise could increase Alzheimer's risk. Let's break it down!
Expert Insight
“Using AI makes you reflect on why the answers are good and how to improve yourself,” says Professor Guo Yi, principal investigator at Shenzhen Bay Laboratory in the Chinese mainland and principal expert for the Brain Health Program at United Family Hospital. He clarifies there’s no direct link between AI use and dementia.
Keeping Your Brain in Shape 💪🧠
To stay sharp, try:
- Daily puzzles: crosswords, sudoku
- Social chats: offline and online convos
- New skills: learn an instrument or language
- Tech balance: mix screen time with screen breaks
Bottom line: AI is here to stay. Embrace it, but don’t skip your mental workouts. A balanced routine keeps your neurons firing and your memory on point! 🔥✨
Reference(s):
Does heavy use of AI tools raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease?
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