Brain changes in older adults can reduce social activity
As people age, staying socially connected becomes harder—even though social engagement is essential for both mental and physical health. A new study from Nanyang...
Study finds new cause of Parkinson’s and dementia
A new study from the University of Copenhagen has uncovered a key piece of the puzzle behind Parkinson’s disease, a brain disorder that affects...
Alzheimer’s biomarkers found in other dementias can complicate diagnosis
An international study led by the University of Gothenburg has revealed that proteins typically associated with Alzheimer’s disease—β-amyloid and tau—are also found in people...
Can a common drug help treat vascular dementia?
Vascular dementia is one of the most common forms of dementia, caused by reduced blood flow to the brain. With the number of people...
Digital brain tests can detect dementia early and easily
A group of studies from the Indiana University School of Medicine has found that quick digital brain health screenings during regular doctor visits could...
Healthy habits can lower your dementia risk—even if it runs in the family
Dementia is a heartbreaking condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily life.
It’s tough not just on the person living with it but also on...
How a neurologist faces the disease that is slowly stealing his cognitive powers
It was 2006 when Dr. Daniel Gibbs first noticed he was losing his sense of smell. But it wasn't what he didn't smell that...
These healthy habits may help protect your brain from dementia
Dementia is a condition that slowly takes away a person’s memory, thinking, and ability to do everyday tasks.
It’s a tough illness, not just for...
What really causes dementia? A simple guide to the different types
Dementia isn’t just one disease—it’s a word used to describe a group of symptoms that affect the brain.
People with dementia often have trouble remembering...
Some common medicines might hurt your memory function, study finds
When you take medicine for everyday health issues like allergies, high blood pressure, or even a cold, you expect it to help you feel...