OUR BRAINS SHRINK UNDER THE RIGHT CONDITIONS

Did you know that residing in Antarctica for an extended period can cause brain shrinkage? Researchers discovered from those staying at a remote research station in the continent for a prolonged period that it leads to this effect on the human brain. And it is not because of the harsh freezing temperature.

Instead, the shrinkage is likely due to the social isolation caused by only having eight co-workers and the repetitive monotony of the all-white surroundings. This size reduction can lead to thinking and memory problems.