K. Warner Schaie

K. Warner Schaie is a distinguished psychologist known for his research on how thinking skills and intelligence change throughout a person's life. He developed the Seattle Longitudinal Study, which tracks adults over many years to understand patterns of cognitive development and aging. His work has provided valuable insights into how different mental abilities evolve, highlighting that some skills remain stable or improve, while others may decline with age. Schaie’s research helps us better understand lifelong cognitive health and informs strategies to support mental functioning as people grow older.