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The factors responsible for cognitive decline are neuronal loss, changes in brain physiology, and increased rates of disease and injury. Women decline earlier on fluid abilities, whereas men decline sooner on crystallized abilities. Older persons maintain one or more cognitive skill groups beyond 80 years, but the domain varies individually. The age at which a decline starts also varies widely. Reasons for these variations include genetic background, educational level, chronic disease, socioeconomic factors and level of environmental stimulation.