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These personality traits linked to lower dementia risk

A recent study by the University of California, Davis and Northwestern University has brought to light an interesting connection between personality traits and the...

Biological age linked to stroke and dementia risk

A groundbreaking study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden reveals a significant correlation between higher biological age and increased risk of stroke and dementia, particularly...

Being overly optimistic may harm your cognitive ability

Optimism is often celebrated as a virtue that leads to happiness and success. However, a study from the University of Bath suggests that excessive...

Healthy lifestyle changes can prevent Alzheimer’s, study finds

A groundbreaking study by UC San Francisco and elsewhere has found that tailored health and lifestyle interventions can significantly delay or prevent memory loss...

How OCD treatment reshapes the brain

A new study reveals that the first-line therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), known as exposure and response prevention (EX/RP), has a significant impact on...

Both high and low “good cholesterol” levels linked to dementia risk in older people

A recent study published in Neurology has found a surprising connection between both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol, often referred to as...

Scientists find surprising link between high “good cholesterol” and dementia

A comprehensive study led by Monash University has revealed a surprising connection between very high levels of HDL-C, commonly known as "good cholesterol," and...

Poor metabolic health linked to increased dementia risk

A new study conducted by researchers at Oxford Population Health reveals a significant association between poor metabolic health and the risk of developing dementia. Metabolic...

Early heart rhythm disorders linked to higher dementia risk

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that can have various consequences on a person's health. A recent study, published in JAMA Network Open, investigated...

New blood test could detect cognitive decline early

Extreme stressors such as childhood neglect, abuse, and psychiatric disorders can lead to various health problems later in life, including depression, anxiety, and cardiovascular...