Dementia

As the population ages and the prevalence of cognitive impairment increases, such studies are crucial for developing effective treatments that can improve brain health and cognitive function.

Sarah Goldstein’s fourth book, Now You Are Here: Navigating Nursing Home Care for a Loved One, was specifically written for those caring for a loved one residing in a nursing home.

Medical texts from 2,500 years ago rarely mention severe memory loss, suggesting today’s widespread dementia stems from modern environments and lifestyles.

Compared with pet owners living with others, those living alone who didn’t have a pet had faster rates of decline in composite verbal cognition.

Identifying the early stages of dementia is crucial for future treatment. New research reveals an unexpected symptom that can act as a warning sign.

By analyzing data on people who had quit smoking years before, the researchers found that their brains remained permanently smaller than those of people who had never smoked.

People who "exercise" their brains are known to have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia when they get older.

Rosalynn was seen as unassuming and quiet before coming to Washington but developed into an eloquent speaker, campaigner and activist.

Both strawberries and blueberries contain antioxidants called anthocyanins that have been offered a variety of berry health benefits such as metabolic and cognitive enhancements.

The war days cause extra anxiety for dementia patients, complicating their ability to express themselves and follow instructions.