Phenomena and Processes

Cognitive Aging

Phenomenon that occurs when learning and memory abilities decrease naturally due to age.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

Structured Summary

Abstract

Phenomenon that occurs when learning and memory abilities decrease naturally due to age.

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Synonyms

1 entry terms
  • Aging, Cognitive

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Aspects Covered

2 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings physiology, psychology.

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History Note

2016

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Previous Indexing

  • Aging (1984-2015)

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  1. G07.345.124w.260

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NLM Classification

WT 145

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Cognitive Aging. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000066492. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000066492
  2. Cognitive Aging. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q71150614