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information entity > theoretical entity > scientific model > non-computational model > HAROLD model

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HAROLD model  

Definition

  • Model of cognitive aging. Older adults show a reduction in hemispheric asymmetry in the prefrontal cortex during the performance of cognitive tasks, especially during memory tasks, compared to younger subjects. This phenomenon is thought to be an attempt by older adults to compensate for cognitive difficulties.

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Synonym(s)

  • HAROLD hypothesis
  • Hemispheric Asymmetry Reduction in Older Adults
  • Hemispheric Asymmetry Reduction in Older Adults hypothesis

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Bibliographic citation(s)

  • • Cabeza, R. (2002). Hemispheric asymmetry reduction in older adults : The HAROLD model. Psychology and Aging, 17(1), 85‑100. https://doi.org/10.1037//0882-7974.17.1.85

    • Document type: literature review

    • Access: closed

Creator

  • Frank Arnould

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/P66-JXND260V-G

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