Dementia

Don’t Fight False Memories in Dementia

Has your loved one told you something happened that you’re not sure is true? It could be a false memory.

AI Deep Learning Improves Brain-Computer Interface Performance

AI deep learning powers a brain-computer interface that enables humans to continuously control a cursor using thoughts.

Does Loss of Memory Equal Loss of Emotion?

Memories are deeply intertwined with emotions. Does loss of memory mean loss of emotion as well? Research suggests this may not be the case.

Is Mild Cognitive Impairment Severely Underdiagnosed?

A 2023 study sought to quantify exactly how many older adults have mild cognitive impairment, and how often the condition is diagnosed by a doctor.

How Food Changes Your Brain

These are the 5 most important ways that food affects our brains.

Cannabis and Cognition

Cannabis has shown increasing promise in treating many aspects of the causes and effects of dementia.

Air Pollution and Alzheimer's Disease

Exposure to air pollution has many known health risks. A new study links exposure to traffic-related air pollution to an increased risk of Alzheimer's Disease.

Vitamin D: Vital to Your Health

This vitamin helps regulate calcium metabolism and is involved in immune function. It helps prevent cardiovascular disease, depression, and some forms of dementia.

Alcohol and Your Brain: The Latest Scientific Insights

Want to protect your brain? Here's what you need to know about alcohol consumption.

Could the Keto Diet Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease?

Researchers are investigating the keto diet as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

AI May Improve Dementia and Alzheimer's Drug Production

A new study shows how AI machine learning can help guide and improve enzyme design for the synthesis of medication to treat dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Finding Your Way Back by Remembering How You Got There

Finding forgotten items by going back into the same rooms and retracing all your steps using brain networks may help with memory retrieval in Alzheimer's.

Can Fiber Improve Cognition in the Elderly?

Cognitive decline with age doesn’t have to be inevitable. A good diet rich in dietary fiber and supplements can make a big difference. You can benefit at any age.

Does Herpes Put You at Higher Risk for Alzheimer's Disease?

If you've been infected with the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), you may be at a higher risk of developing dementia.

AI Predicts Alzheimer's Disease Risk Seven Years in Advance

Researchers at UCSF developed an AI algorithm that can identify patients at risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease up to seven years in advance.

Reefer Madness

Many individuals, due to propaganda, prejudice, and a lack of real knowledge about cannabis, are being denied the multitude of medical and spiritual benefits it can offer

Navigating the Complexities of Cognition and Brain Aging

The interplay between genes and lifestyle choices: How proactive habits can empower you to shape your brain's resilience over time.

The Surprising Brain-Health Benefits of Weightlifting

Here's the latest science showing how weightlifting can boost your brain health.

Cognitive Decline and the Presidential Race

The label dementia is used to describe politicians with whom we disagree. Rarely is the assessment accurate, and the label is misapplied to the normally aging population.

The First-Ever Alzheimer's Patient

Alzheimer's was first described over a century ago, but the term wasn't in common use until recently.

Expanding the Horizon in Alzheimer's Disease

Despite moderately positive clinical results on immunotherapies, a rethinking of Alzheimer's disease, its definition, and prevention strategies is back on the table.

How Pets May Reduce Dementia Risks Later in Life

Pet ownership offers not just companionship but a potential safeguard against the threat of dementia.

A Brief Update on Alzheimer's Diagnosis and Treatment

Geriatric Psychiatrist and Researcher Dr. Ariel Gildengers discusses cognitive problems and dementia, early detection and potential interventions.

Living With a Pet Can Prevent Age-Related Cognitive Decline

Loneliness can accelerate the rate of age-related cognitive declines. Pet ownership may slow, or offset, the process.

Is It a Quirky Behavior or Alzheimer’s?

It takes an average of one-and-a-half years to see a neurologist for a dementia assessment. What can you do while waiting for the appointment to make decisions for your loved one?

Scent Diffusers Improve Memory in Seniors

In a recent study, nightly use of essential oil diffusers over six months improved cognitive performance in seniors by a stunning 226 percent.

10 Fun and Useful Health Tips for a Happier New Year

What are the easiest small changes you can make in 2024 that take a minimum of time and effort? These 10 suggestions from the 2023 research will give you some ideas.

A Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Alzheimer's Disease?

Sleep may be essential to our brain health in more ways than one. Sleep deprivation has been linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Manage Wandering in Dementia

Wandering is common in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Learn to prevent your loved one from wandering and track them if lost.

AI Uses Brain Chemistry for Precision Neuroscience

A new AI platform could speed diagnosis with noninvasive virtual brain biopsies.