Stay positive to keep your memory sharp

Psychosocial factors, like being positive and feeling good, appear to have a positive influence on our ability to remember. — dpa

Staying positive can cut the risk of memory loss in middle age, a 16-year study suggests.

Researchers tracked more than 10,000 people aged over 50 and found that those with higher levels of well-being were more likely to have better scores on memory tests.