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intrepidity

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29. This is specific to spatial orientation and navigation

Reply to FakeNoose (Reply #18)

Wed Dec 18, 2024, 03:29 PM

Dec 2024

No doubt that *any* intense brain activity is useful for a healthy brain, but this thing with AD is very specific to spatial awareness.

One of the early pioneers in this research told me that the best thing you could do is take different routes each time you travel. And don't use GPS.

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I'll tell my Uber driver if I ever use it. Silent Type Dec 2024 #4

Great info! Lulu KC Dec 2024 #5

That's what I have done. When first coming to a new place the GPS and maps are great. erronis Dec 2024 #8

That makes sense Lulu KC Dec 2024 #9

My understanding is that continuing to PoindexterOglethorpe Dec 2024 #10

I'm a believer in non-fiction (or non-escapism) literature. Documentaries, science articles, etc. erronis Dec 2024 #11

That's interesting Unwind Your Mind Dec 2024 #21

Brain stimulation! Aussie105 Dec 2024 #12

They have a map in their head. forgotmylogin Dec 2024 #16

Google Maps is an awesome tool for learning how to "get there" before you get there FakeNoose Dec 2024 #19

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You stole my response to this story lol Devilsun Dec 2024 #23

wow, so interestng... FirstLight Dec 2024 #14

I play bridge and work logic puzzles. ananda Dec 2024 #15

This would suggest that anyone who learns and retains knowledge in large amounts FakeNoose Dec 2024 #18

This is specific to spatial orientation and navigation intrepidity Dec 2024 #29

Will GPS change this? LisaM Dec 2024 #20

Of course the human cab drivers are a dying breed. Replaced with GPS robots. erronis Dec 2024 #24

Same here. LisaM Dec 2024 #26

Fascinating. James48 Dec 2024 #22

Not to promote my own habits, but researching on the web is similar erronis Dec 2024 #25

Well, that theory is dead. Uber, Link and I'm sure current drivers use driving direction apps like Waze... brush Dec 2024 #27

...and the reason I still don't use GPS intrepidity Dec 2024 #28

For everyone interested in this topic intrepidity Dec 2024 #30

Thanks, this looks very interesting FakeNoose Dec 2024 #31

thanks - looks fascinating. I love real paper books but might try an audio recording. erronis Dec 2024 #33

Too bad navi apps are replacing the application of personal "skill" that navigation requires. live love laugh Dec 2024 #32