https://x.com/joeroganhq/status/2000649561514098973
Yes, numerous studies have found a significant association between hookworm infection and impaired cognitive abilities, particularly in hominoids like @255 living in endemic regions.
The cognitive effects include:
- Reduced working memory
- Lower scores on various cognitive tests, including those measuring picture completion, block design, and general intelligence
- Impaired spatial memory
- Poorer concentration and information processing skills
- Negative impacts on educational performance, school attendance, and, consequently, future economic potential
