FAU study finds lifestyle changes can slow cognitive decline
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). By 2060, that figure is projected to rise…
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Immersive VR with Scent: A Novel Approach to Cognitive Health
As the global population ages, supporting cognitive and memory functions in older adults has become critical. According to the United Nations, by 2070, the number…
Sleep Proven Vital for Brain’s Memory Management, Baycrest Researchers Report
Although the positive influence of sleep on cognitive function has been recognised for some time, researchers at Baycrest have now discovered that a good night’s…
Air Pollution Linked to Decline in Brain Health Among Older Adults
A new study led by researchers at University College London (UCL) has found that prolonged exposure to high levels of air pollution may significantly damage…
Recent Studies Show Meditation Influences Key Brain Regions Linked to Memory and Emotional Control
Researchers utilising intracranial electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings from deep brain regions have discovered that meditation alters the amygdala and hippocampus, which are crucial for emotional regulation…
Postponed REM Sleep May Indicate Early Alzheimer’s Disease
Recent scientific discoveries have illustrated that the quality and quantity of our sleep may play a crucial role in our susceptibility to developing Alzheimer’s disease.…
Keeping Alert: Research Investigates How Brain Alterations Impact Financial Abilities
Elderly individuals are often the targets of various financial scams, ranging from phishing emails to fraudulent phone calls that aim to deceive them out of…
Baycrest Research Discovers Link Between Elevated Blood Sugar and Reduced Brain Function in Healthy Adults
Baycrest has conducted a study which reveals that high blood sugar may affect brain health even in individuals who do not have diabetes. While the…
Association of Joint Pain and Depressive Symptoms with Accelerated Cognitive Decline in the Elderly
Older adults exhibiting symptoms of depression coupled with moderate to severe joint pain are likely to experience an accelerated decline in cognitive functions, particularly memory.…
Hidden Dementia: Research Reveals Widespread Undetected Cognitive Impairment in At-Risk Communities
The delayed diagnosis of dementia carries profound consequences. Without prompt and accurate identification, individuals suffering from undiagnosed cognitive impairments face a myriad of risks, including…
Cognitive Decline Associated with Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, and Coronary Artery Disease
The recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published in their journal Stroke, highlights a crucial link between cardiovascular diseases and cognitive health. The…
Community-Led Research Reveals New Insights into Dementia Risk Factors and Cognitive Health
According to recent research from Trinity College Dublin, how a person evaluates their memory may be more closely associated with dementia risk factors than their…