Dr Hayley Wright discusses research which explores whether sex for the over 50s can protect – and even improve – cognitive functions.
Scientific and medical research has unveiled a whole host of lifestyle factors that promote or protect cognitive functions – especially memory - in older age. Memory is a particularly hot topic at the moment, especially with the increased public and political focus on dementia.
Let’s talk about sex
In light of all this evidence for the effects of health and lifestyle on brain function, it is surprising that there has been little focus on sexual activity and cognition. We could argue that sexual activity impacts upon all areas of life - the social, emotional and physical aspects at least - so let’s talk about it!