Although people complain when their schedule gets too busy, new research suggests that being overbooked might actually be good for the brain.
The study of older adults found that those with packed schedules tended to do better on tests of memory, information processing and reasoning.
Researchers said the findings don’t prove that “busyness” makes us smarter. For one, sharper people may seek out more mental stimulation. These people may also have more resources, such as higher incomes, that allow them to lead active lives.
