2 Personality Traits That Are Linked To Dementia Risk

People high in one trait are less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment, which can be a precursor to dementia. Self-disciplined and highly organised people are at a reduced risk of dementia. These are both aspects of conscientiousness, one of the five major aspects of personality. People who are high in conscientiousness are less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment, which can be a precursor to dementia, researchers have found.