Re: Has years of depression affected your intelligence?
^ thanks for that Coffee. I'm going to try to get back into my old routine of practicing piano for a couple of hours a day. There is plenty of evidence that it keeps the brain more healthy (similar to learning a new language or any kind of study). It's sad how easily these things can slip away. Having had to be so disciplined at school, uni and work, I couldn't wait for the freedom, but ironically I don't think lack of routine has brought me more freedom, and my higher brain functioning is the victim!
But strangely I don't feel the constant battle with anxiety keeps the brain healthy and alert, but rather slowly wears it down.
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