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Common drugs for improving cognition only boost short-term focus – at high cost

In a new study, researchers found that common drugs used for a brain boost could only provide a short-term benefit with a high price. The...
These 9 things may cause memory loss

These 9 things may cause memory loss

Mild memory lapses in daily life are normal. They may show that the brain is constantly prioritizing, sorting, storing, and retrieving all types of information. However,...

Choline in meat and eggs may help reduce your risk of dementia

In a new study, researchers found that dietary intake of phosphatidylcholine is associated with a reduced risk of dementia. This is the first study to...
This treatment enables older people have sharp memory like 20-year-olds

This treatment helps senior people have sharp memory like 20-year-olds

In a new study, researchers found that a brain treatment called electrostimulation could improve working memory performance in older people. People in their 70s could...

Music and dance could benefit people with dementia

In a new study, researchers found music and dance can have a powerful influence on older adults with dementia. The research was conducted by a...

A healthy heart at age 50 could mean lower dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that good heart health at age 50 is linked to a lower risk of dementia later in life. The...

Scientists can use smartphone to manipulate your brain

In a new study, researchers have invented a device that can control neural circuits using a tiny brain implant controlled by a smartphone. The finding...

Weight gain and loss may increase dementia risk in older people

In a new study, researchers found that older people who experience much weight gain or weight loss could be raising their risk of developing...

Being socially active could lower your dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that being more socially active in their 50s and 60s predicts a lower risk of dementia in people. The...

New finding may lead to better treatments for Parkinson’s, dementia

In a new study, researchers found that a small protein previously linked to cell dysfunction and death can play a critical role in repairing...