CNBC September 02, 2026 • 17:27

Want to stay mentally sharp as you age? Consider jobs with these 3 qualities, says neuroscientist - CNBC

By Renée Onque

Want to stay mentally sharp as you age? Consider jobs with these 3 qualities, says neuroscientist - CNBC

If your job has any of these three aspects, it may benefit your brain health: "The more complex and demanding your job is," the better, says neuroscientist.

The more you exercise your brain, the more mentally sharp you'll stay as you age and given how much of our lives we spend at work, our jobs likely play a major factor, says neuroscientist Tommy Wood.… [+8075 chars]

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