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Human Brains Rapidly Aged in The Pandemic, And It Wasn’t Just The Virus : ScienceAlert

Last updated: July 27, 2025 4:20 pm
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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Brain Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching effects on our health and well-being, including our brain health. Recent research suggests that the mental, social, and financial stresses of the pandemic may have accelerated the aging of our brains, even in individuals who did not contract the virus.

A team of researchers from the University of Nottingham utilized AI technology to analyze brain scans from before and during the pandemic. The results showed that the average human brain aged five and a half months faster during the pandemic than before 2020. This aging was observed in individuals who did not have COVID-19, highlighting the impact of the pandemic-related stressors on brain health.

While these changes in brain aging rates are concerning, the researchers believe that they may be reversible. The study only assessed brain scans from two time points, leaving room for potential neurological recovery in the future.

Interestingly, the study found that only individuals who were directly infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus experienced decreased cognitive performance. This suggests that the mental, social, and financial stresses of the pandemic may have impacted brain health without necessarily affecting cognitive function.

Research has also shown that teenagers and socially or economically disadvantaged groups may be particularly vulnerable to accelerated brain aging during major life events like the pandemic. Social isolation and poverty are known to impact brain structure and function, highlighting the importance of addressing these factors in promoting brain health.

While this study provides valuable insights into the effects of the pandemic on brain health, further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential long-term consequences. By studying changes in brain structure and function over time, scientists can gain a better understanding of how external factors influence our central nervous system.

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Overall, this study serves as a reminder that brain health is influenced not only by illness but also by our everyday environment. The pandemic has underscored the importance of addressing social disparities and supporting mental well-being to maintain optimal brain health.

The findings of this study were published in Nature Communications, shedding light on the impact of major life events on brain aging and cognitive function.

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