Self-discipline may reduce Alzheimer's risk

newscientist.com — People who are meticulous and "finish what they start" may have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a study involving Catholic nuns and priests. The most conscientious and self-disciplined individuals were found to be 89% less likely to develop this form of dementia than their peers over the course of the 12-year study. Oct 1, 2007 View in Crawl 4