Srinagar, April 2 -- In an age obsessed with speed, novelty, and instant results, a quieter but deeper truth about the human mind often goes unnoticed: while some mental quickness fades with time, the power of judgment, pattern recognition, and insight grows stronger. This is not a flaw in human development-it is its very design.

Across the lifespan, the brain does not merely decline; it evolves. In youth, it thrives on rapid processing, adaptability, and the thrill of the unfamiliar. New connections form quickly, allowing young minds to shift attention, absorb fresh information, and navigate novelty with remarkable agility. Yet, as time progresses, the brain undergoes a subtle but profound transformation. It prunes excess connections an...