Second language learning in older adults modulates Stroop task performance and brain activation

IntroductionNumerous studies have highlighted cognitive benefits in lifelong bilinguals during aging, manifesting as superior performance on cognitive tasks compared to monolingual counterparts. Yet, the cognitive impacts of acquiring a new language in older adulthood remain unexplored. In this stud...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience
Main Authors:	Douglas H. Schultz, Alison Gansemer, Kiley Allgood, Mariah Gentz, Lauren Secilmis, Zoha Deldar, Cary R. Savage, Ladan Ghazi Saidi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-08-01
Subjects:	language learning cognitive effects Stroop task older adults aging cognitive reserve
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnagi.2024.1398015/full