New research debunks youth obsession, points to 60 as the pinnacle of human functioning Peak performance occurs later than assumed, with research indicating the human functional peak arrives in the late 50s to early 60s, not in one’s twenties. A holistic view is key, as a composite index integrating cognitive abilities, personality, emotional intelligence and financial literacy reveals this later peak, even as raw processing speed declines. Gains in maturity offset losses in speed; this “midlife compensation effect” sees improvements in crystallized intelligence, emotional stability and decision-making, which more than make up for a decline in fluid intelligence. Real-world success validates the…

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