EBK FUNDAMENTALS OF ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOG
EBK FUNDAMENTALS OF ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOG
11th Edition
ISBN: 8220103631778
Author: Bartholomew
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 16, Problem 11RQ
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The anatomical and functional changes in the brain linked to the alteration that occur with aging.

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Several changes occur in anatomy and physiology of the nervous system with advancing age. These changes deteriorate the overall functioning of the brain. The higher cerebral functions such as memory, learning and emotions decline with age.

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