The effects of bilingualism on hippocampal volume in ageing bilingualsVoits, T., Robson, H., Rothman, J. and Pliatsikas, C. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7093-1773 (2022) The effects of bilingualism on hippocampal volume in ageing bilinguals. Brain Structure and Function, 227. pp. 979-994. ISSN 1863-2661
It is advisable to refer to the publisher's version if you intend to cite from this work. See Guidance on citing. To link to this item DOI: 10.1007/s00429-021-02436-z Abstract/SummaryLong-term management of more than one language has been argued to contribute to changes in brain and cognition. This has been particularly well-documented in older age, where bilingualism has been linked to protective effects against neurocognitive decline. Since memory difficulties are key aspects of this decline, herein we examine potential effects of bilingualism on the hippocampus, a brain structure related to memory that is particularly vulnerable to cognitive ageing. Hippocampal volume has been shown to increase as a result of second language learning and use in younger adults. However, it is unknown if this is maintained throughout the lifespan. Herein, we examine hippocampal volume and episodic memory performance in a participant sample consisting of healthy older individuals with a wide range of experiences in exposure and using a second language. Results reveal greater hippocampal volume calibrated to degree of quantified dual language use. Our results mirror those of immersive active bilingualism in younger populations, suggesting long-term active bilingualism leads to neuroprotective effects in the hippocampus. We discuss this in the context of literature proposing bilingualism-induced brain reserve in the older age
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