Tag: dementia
Higher dementia diagnosis rates linked to benzodiazepine use in anxious older adults
Research conducted at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine has unveiled significant findings regarding old adults, anxiety,…
Can we have a quick chat? Studies have found that speaking at a faster rate is linked to superior brain health in older age
As we age, it's common to notice a slower retrieval of words, which often raises fears about cognitive…
Adult ADHD and its association with dementia risk
Dementia is a condition marked by significant cognitive decline that disrupts daily functioning. It is a major contributor…
What causes the decline in spatial memory among some older adults?
Ageing manifests in various forms, notably through alterations in memory functions. Interestingly, the rate of memory decline isn't…
Study finds that the risk for dementia varies by ethnicity
A recent study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Naaheed Mukadam and colleagues from University College…