Brain Health
Research uncovers how the brain adapts to cognitive deterioration in older age
Researchers have discovered that alternative regions or networks within the brain can assume the responsibilities and functions of impaired areas to mitigate the effects of age-related cognitive decline. Recently published…
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Your neighbourhood could influence your brain’s wellbeing, new research reveals
A new study from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine has found that the…
Supporting close friends brings emotional rewards for older adults
Older adults who offer practical help to close friends—such as running errands, cooking meals, or…
The Lasting Health Impacts of Incarceration
A new study has found that older adults who have experienced incarceration face significantly poorer…
What your brain does to keep you sharp as you age
Do you naturally see the best in people, or are you quick to notice signs…
Brain Health
Long-term physical activity shown to aid brain connectivity recovery in Parkinson’s patients, say medical researchers
In the early 2000s, scientists first demonstrated that exercise could help ease the tremors often associated with Parkinson’s disease. Yet…
Average Dementia Diagnosis Occurs 3.5 Years After Symptom Onset
People with dementia typically receive a diagnosis an average of 3.5 years after symptoms are first noticed, according to a…
New study suggests the Covid-19 pandemic may have accelerated brain ageing
A new study led by researchers at the University of Nottingham has revealed that the Covid-19 pandemic may have accelerated…
Prolonged Exposure to Outdoor Air Pollution Associated with Higher Dementia Risk
A new large-scale analysis drawing from data on nearly 30 million people has reinforced the link between prolonged exposure to…
The perfect time to learn an instrument is always now
As people live longer than ever before, maintaining cognitive health into old age has become a critical concern. While it…
Bereavement and Financial Strain May Heighten Alzheimer’s Risk and Affect Brain Structure
Chronic stress, particularly stemming from major life upheavals, can exert a profound influence on brain health. A new study led…
Promising New Target in the Brain Unveils Potential Breakthrough for Parkinson’s Therapy
Groundbreaking research from the University of Sydney has revealed a newly identified brain protein involved in the progression of Parkinson’s…
Regular Physical Activity Could Help Preserve Cognitive Function
Physical activity has long been recognised as a key component of overall health and wellbeing. Still, new research from the…