Can an old brain learn new tricks?

Answer 1

Contrary to popular belief, you can, although it does take more time than for a young brain. In a young brain, there are fewer set pathways for the neurons than in an older brain. However, the brain continues to make new pathways throughout your entire life (but much faster earlier). And brain cells do regenerate.

Answer 2

The old brain can learn, scientists are discovering, the actual brain still makes neuron connections. We must do things to keep the brain active.

My brain has learned: when my head rolls on the floor, tell the mouth to open and speak, "Hey someone, put me back together again!" Now, that's some trick, don't ya think?

Answer 3

Yes jennyanne an old brain can learn new tricks but just don't ask us to do it again five minutes later as we won't know what you are talking about.

Answer 4

I learned Mandarin 2 years ago. I took a TEFL course online from the UK and passed that with flying colours, and thats when I was recovering from major surgeries so I dont see why not. I am always learning new computer programs.

I think its much harder for us to learn to change things about our character or personalities, whats set is set, unless you suddenly win a lottery or inherit a million dollars - then someone who has spent their entire life stressed over money would probably learn to be a happier, more relaxed, easier going person.

Or if they met someone who genuinely cared for them and about them, and treated them with respect and love when they havent had any in their lives, they would also be happier and more relaxed and amiable.

But other than something like that I think we are pretty well set in "our ways" and with "who we are" now.

Answer 5

I am living proof that it can because I used to have a fear of using the computer . I would ask someone to turn it on for me!I was afraid that I would break it. I am basically self taught and am learning more every day thanks to the good people on the seniors site(no offence to Wickwire). Ihave learned so much in the last few years. I took typing in highschool and was amazed to realize my fingers still remembered where all the letters were.

Answer 6

All brains can learn new tricks(at any age) except due to damage or illness.....and even then the medical world continues to be surprised by this organ

Answer 7

Oh for sure! I will never give up learning new things every chance I get. I do crossword puzzles several times a week to keep my brain working, read and so many other things. I don't ever want to stop learning. Next spring I plan on going back to college.
......Zickery 1, why don't you go back to listening to your favorite band " Cake" , do your home-work and leave us alone??

Answer 8

We can do just about anything "we set our minds to" when it comes to learning. I finished my education, or what I thought was finished, at 56. Now I'm considering getting some more.

I thought when I became disabled that I would never be able to work again, but I do, and make good money.

It all depends on how we look at ourselves and our true capabilities. Now, I'm not planning on any more parachute jumps (sky diving) or even roller skating, but I am planning on several trips and to continue exploring this world. There's so much to see and do, so many people to meet, so much to contribute. And yes, I'm still going to publish that book I'm writing.

Answer 9

I believe so. Eight years ago I thought if I hit the wrong key on a computer keyboard I would be blowing up Pittsburgh. But, I'm computer literate now. I still remember my eldest son's reply to my first e-mail: "OMG! My father has a screen name! It's a sign of the Second Coming!". LOL!

Answer 10

There's "nothing new under the sun" it just takes the slower
moving old brain a little longer to "recall".