What is ‘sundowning’ and why does it happen to many people with dementia?
The term “sundowning” is sometimes used to describe a tendency for people living with dementia to become more confused in the late afternoon and...
Scientists confirm world’s first case of dementia linked to repetitive brain trauma in a...
Researchers at the Australian Sports Brain Bank have today reported the world’s first diagnosis of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in a female athlete.
With the...
Scientists discover the link between sleep apnea and dementia risk
A team of researchers at The University of Queensland has found a connection between obstructive sleep apnea and an increased risk of developing dementia.
The...
Scientists challenge long-held view of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study by the Tanz Center for Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Toronto has challenged existing theories about the hormone...
New Alzheimer’s treatment: anti-inflammatory drug may prevent memory loss
If you've heard of Alzheimer's disease, you might be aware of how it affects memory and other crucial mental functions.
Researchers have been working tirelessly...
Physical activity: an antidote to memory decline due to poor sleep?
The Challenge of Aging - Memory Decline
As we grow older, maintaining optimal brain health can become a challenge. Memory decline is a common side...
What you can do now to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Everyone experiences moments of forgetfulness.
Where did I put my keys? Who was that actor in that movie? But when does forgetfulness become a medical...
Fast foods fast forward: how ultra-processed foods may speed up brain aging
Let's begin by understanding what ultra-processed foods are.
Picture foods that are more chemicals than actual food - like soft drinks, hot dogs, cookies from...
Eating your way to a sharper brain: the MIND diet may slow cognitive decline
As we age, our cognitive abilities naturally decrease, a process that can't be reversed or stopped.
However, a new study from Rush University suggests that...
Move it to remember it: lifelong leisure activities keep brains bright
Ever had that feeling where you can't remember where you left your keys or forget why you entered a room? We've all been there!
But...