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How learning new things as an adult can change brain chemistry
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February 21, 2019
As we age, there's a tendency for us to stop learning new things, but the benefits of picking up a new skill are huge. Kim Smith explains.
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How learning new things as an adult can change brain chemistry
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February 21, 2019
As we age, there's a tendency for us to stop learning new things, but the benefits of picking up a new skill are huge. Kim Smith explains.
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