Study reveals why ‘super agers’ maintain ‘outstanding memory’ into their 80s

Many assume that memory loss and cognitive decline are an inevitable part of aging — but new research suggests that doesn’t have to be the case.

A 25-year study from Northwestern University analyzed the brains of "super agers" to determine what traits they share that may contribute to their mental resilience.

"Super agers" are defined as people 80 and older who show "outstanding memory performance" that is on par with those who are three decades younger, according to the researchers.