A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has shed light on the relationship between depressive symptoms and memory decline in older adults. By examining data spanning 16 years, researchers have identified a bidirectional link: depressive symptoms can lead to memory decline, while poorer memory can subsequently increase depressive symptoms. The aging process often brings about subtle cognitive declines in older adults, and in more severe cases, it can lead to conditions like mild cognitive impairment or dementia. Simultaneously, depressive symptoms are prevalent in older adults, often trig…