Loneliness linked to early memory decline in older adults, study finds

Name: Loneliness linked to early memory decline in older adults, study finds
Uploaded: 2026-04-27T17:29:51Z
Duration: 5 min 52 s
Description: New research suggests older adults who feel lonely may start with worse memory performance, though their rate of decline over time is similar to others. Experts say the findings point to the long-term impact of social isolation on brain health. Dr. Carla Perissinotto, a geriatrics professor at UCSF, shares insight on what it means.

FOX LOCAL San Francisco · Apr 27, 2026 · 5m 52s

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New research suggests older adults who feel lonely may start with worse memory performance, though their rate of decline over time is similar to others. Experts say the findings point to the long-term impact of social isolation on brain health. Dr. Carla Perissinotto, a geriatrics professor at UCSF, shares insight on what it means.