How to deal with aggression in people with dementia
Dementia can be a challenging condition, not only for those who live with it but also for their caregivers and loved ones.
One of the...
Early signs of Alzheimer’s in young adults
Alzheimer’s disease is typically associated with older adults, but early-onset Alzheimer’s can affect individuals under the age of 65, sometimes as young as in...
Understanding common causes of mild cognitive impairment in older people
As we age, it’s common to experience some changes in our cognitive abilities, such as occasional forgetfulness.
However, when these changes are more pronounced than...
Advances in neuroimaging for dementia and Parkinson’s diagnosis
Neuroimaging technologies have revolutionized the way doctors understand and treat brain disorders like dementia and Parkinson's disease.
These tools allow for detailed views of the...
Common sleep medications linked to higher dementia risk
Many people struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep, a condition often referred to as insomnia. To combat this, some turn to sleep medications,...
Diet tips to ward off Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease, a chronic neurodegenerative disease that affects millions, leads to memory loss and cognitive decline.
While there's no definitive cure, emerging research suggests that...
The hidden harm of dehydration on cognitive health
Recent findings from Penn State University's Department of Biobehavioral Health have highlighted the subtle yet significant impacts of dehydration on cognitive performance, particularly among...
Deep brain stimulation provides hope for Parkinson’s treatment
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement, causing symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowness of movement.
As the disease advances,...
Coping with behavioral changes in dementia
Dementia is a term used to describe a range of symptoms associated with cognitive decline, such as memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving,...
Scientists find new cause of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's disease primarily affects older individuals, manifesting as severe memory loss, confusion, and behavioral changes.
It is the leading cause of dementia, a collection of...