Learn a new language to train your brain and more
Kwei! Bonjour! Buenos dias! γεια σας! Buongiorno! こんにちは! Hallo! Olá! Привет!
Saying "Hi". This is one of the first words you try to master when learning a new language. A simple word, but one that allows us to establish a first contact with others...
There is no age to learn a new language. Whether it's to further your education, to advance your career, to travel, to forge bonds, or to learn and nourish yourself from another culture.
The benefits of learning a new language are numerous and can even have repercussions on aging. Indeed, several researchers are examining whether learning a new language can improve the quality of life of older adults and delay the onset of severe cognitive impairment.
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Oct 19, 2021
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Subject Area
- Mental Health and Wellness
- Information, Referral, & Advocacy
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- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
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