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JAKARTA - Until now, diseases such as stroke, memory disorders, and nerve damage are identical in the elderly. However, now the occurrence of these diseases has shifted to younger generations.

A number of hospitals have reported an increase in cases of neurological disease in young adult groups, even in their 20s and 30s. This raises concerns among neurologists and public health experts.

"The main factor that causes this is modern lifestyle," said neurologist Dr. Deep Das. "Modern lifestyles accelerate brain aging."

Some of the modern lifestyles referred to are long working hours, prolonged stress, lack of sleep, unhealthy diets, lack of physical activity, and excessive screen exposure.

"These habits slowly damage the health of the brain and blood vessels. The impact is often not realized until serious conditions appear," said Das, quoted from India Today, Wednesday, December 24, 2025.

It is known that chronic stress and lack of sleep are the two biggest triggers of premature aging in the brain. High work demands and digital connectivity that is almost uninterrupted make the brain lose time to rest and repair itself.

Not only that, a sedentary lifestyle or minimal movement also hinders blood flow to the brain. Consumption of foods high in sugar, salt, and fat triggers inflammation, which in the long run can have an impact on memory disorders, concentration, and overall brain function.

"Thus, Dr. Das said that it is very important to do early health screening and lifestyle changes, to reduce neurological damage in the long term.

Regular blood sugar pressure checks, regular exercise, a balanced diet, stress management, and adequate sleep are important steps to maintain brain health.

"The increase in neurological diseases at a young age is a serious warning. Brain health protection must begin early, before severe symptoms appear," concluded Dr. Das.