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Cognition also experiences an interesting shift; while many abilities begin to decline after the 20s, certain cognitive feats, like remembering new faces, peak past age 30. This suggests that the idea of ‘peaking’ in one's twenties is overly simplistic, as many capabilities bloom later.
Middle Age: A Time for Wisdom
The Second Half of Life
As individuals arrive in their middle age, they often wrestle with feelings of fatigue and anxiety about the aging process. Yet, this stage can offer unexpected peaks as well. Crystallized intelligence—the accumulated knowledge over time—becomes more significant, suggesting that in areas demanding experience and familiarity, middle age can yield optimal performance.