# Global strategies for elderly cognitive health > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-strategies-for-elderly-cognitive-health > Updated: 2026-08-28T11:37:38.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Efforts to maintain cognitive health in elderly populations have been highlighted through various psychological, behavioral, and governmental recommendations. In Japan, physician Hideki Wada emphasizes mental agility through critical thinking, suggesting seniors adopt a habit of “playing devil’s advocate” to prevent cognitive stagnation. Complementary methods include reminiscence therapy, such as using puppet shows or traditional storytelling to stimulate memories and verbal communication. In India, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has promoted mental stimulation through social media. The Ministry recommends brain exercises like Sudoku, crosswords, and strategy games such as chess, carrom, and Ludo, describing these activities as a ‘gym for the brain.’ They also encourage continuous learning through reading, travel, and social interaction to maintain memory and cognitive function. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-28: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment shares tips for cognitive health India's Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment recommends puzzles, brain games, and continuous learning to maintain cognitive health and memory as people age. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-social-justice-and-empowerment-shares-tips-for-cognitive-health ### 2026-08-20: Cognitive health strategies for the elderly focus on critical thinking and reminiscence Experts suggest maintaining elderly cognitive health through critical thinking habits and reminiscence therapies, such as puppet shows, to stimulate memory and mental agility. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cognitive-health-strategies-for-the-elderly-focus-on-critical-thinking-and-reminiscence --- Cite as: Global strategies for elderly cognitive health. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/global-strategies-for-elderly-cognitive-health