Decision making and risk-taking: the role of cognitive reserve.

Decision-making (DM) competence and risk management are crucial for maintaining independence and autonomy. The role that Cognitive Reserve (CR) plays in this process is poorly investigated. CR is a pivotal factor, both from a neural and cognitive-functional point of view, in coping with cognitive decline during the later stage of life. According to several authors, it involves efficient and flexible cognitive strategies learned throughout life. Moreover, divergent thinking (DT), was proved to be one of the predictors of CR . The present study aims to investigate the link between CR, DM styles and risk in different domains.