Tag: cognitive neuroscience
Lost Bearings: How Errors in the Brain’s Compass Heighten Dementia Risk
Researchers at the German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) have discovered that people at higher risk of developing…
New Psychological Research Reveals How Our Brains Segment the Day into Distinct Chapters
From the moment a person transitions from the street to step inside a restaurant, their brain marks the…
The Outbreak Worsened Depression Among Elderly Diabetics
A recent investigation involving over 2,700 senior Canadians revealed that older adults with diabetes encountered an increased risk…
Ageing and Dementia-Related Memory Decline: The Predictive Role of Dendritic Spine Head Diameter in Elderly Memory Retention
Memory declines with age, often marked by a diminished ability to recall personal experiences. Traditionally associated with the…
Fit2Drive revolutionizes the evaluation of older drivers experiencing cognitive decline
As the global population ages, the number of elderly drivers on the road also increases. Driving safely requires…
Combined Antioxidant Formula Enhances Cognitive Function and Memory in Elderly Mice
The persistent age-related decline in cognitive and muscular function poses a significant challenge in healthcare. With the ageing…
Our Minds Are Wired to Learn from Those We Admire
Memory plays an essential role in our ability to learn from new experiences and refine our existing knowledge…
Early Life Experiences’ Role in Racial Disparities in Cognitive Development: Insights from Yale News
Negative early life experiences, such as attending segregated schools, significantly contribute to cognitive decline and disparities between older…
Maternal Inheritance Linked to Higher Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
A recent investigation led by researchers from Mass General Brigham underscores the impact of parental inheritance on the…
Link Between Thiamine Intake and Mental Sharpness: Understanding the J-shaped Curve
Recent research published in the open-access journal General Psychiatry indicates a notable relationship between dietary thiamine (vitamin B1)…
Behavioural interventions for ageing
Ethologists from Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) embarked on a research project to investigate the impact of various therapeutic…
Taking into account the various factors that contribute to cognitive difficulties in older veterans may enhance personalised care
A recent study explored how cognitive performance, memory functions, and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease correlate in veterans…