Getting old in two languages: how #bilingualism affects memory and ageing Ellen Bialystok, Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology at York University, Toronto Free admission, no pre-booking required. Date: 6th February 2014, Time: 17:30 - 18:30 Venue: Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building The regular use of two #languages has been shown to enhance aspects of cognition across the lifespan, but what happens when lifelong bilinguals begin to experience the changes that come with ageing? This talk will review evidence from many studies to examine cognition and memory in older age, both with healthy ageing and dementia. ncl.ac.uk/events/public-lectures/item.php?getting-old-in-two-languages-how-bilingualism-affects-memory-and-ageing
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