10 Causes of Alzheimer's Disease

6. Lack of Social Stimulation

Similarly, researchers have found that social stimulation is just as important as mental stimulation. Interacting with friends and families has been proven to have many health benefits, and one of those benefits is a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease. By conversing and spending time with people you care about, you keep your mind active. If you don't have many friends or your family lives too far away to spend time with regularly, you can still seek social stimulation. Consider visiting a community or senior center, joining a club or non-profit group, or even getting a dog to care for.