“But this is about education levels, the risk of dementia starts in childhood; the more educated you are as a child, the lower the risk of dementia,” she continued.  “As we get older, our

brain actually shrinks, the bigger your brain is and the more complex those networks are to begin with, you’re starting off better.”  Surprised by the study, Ruth replied: “Wow, I’ve never

heard that!”  “Well, I’m going to be finding out how much my brain has shrunk pretty soon,” Eamonn added.