Stress Increases the Risk of Alzheimer’s
Among the many known risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, there are those which we can control and those which we cannot. For example, genetic factors are beyond our control, diet is within it. There are numerous studies detailing the links between Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and family history. Many of these studies have…
Read MoreManaging Aggressive Behavior in People with Alzheimer’s — Without Medication
Difficult behaviors, such as agitation, aggression, are common in people with Alzheimer’s disease. “Often, more than memory loss, behavioral symptoms of dementia are among the most difficult aspects of caring for people with dementia. The symptoms are experienced almost universally, across dementia stages and causes,” according to Dr Helen C Kales, head of the University…
Read MoreNew Blood Test Developed for Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a common form of dementia which destroys brain cells and tissue. As this degenerative disorder progresses, this damage spreads, causing confusion, memory loss, and diminished cognitive function. According to estimates from the National Institute on Aging, approximately 6 million adults in the United States are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. Analysis of…
Read MoreNew Recommendations for Diagnosing Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association has released twenty recommendations for best practices in diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD). The recommendations were reported at the Chicago Alzheimer’s Association International Conference. Crucial components of the recommendations include a warning against dismissing concerns as “normal aging,” suggesting instead that all concerns about mental, behavioral, and functional changes be…
Read MoreNew Research Reveals Genetic Mechanism that Affect Alzheimer’s
Scientists are constantly trying to uncover the precise mechanisms which cause Alzheimer’s, hoping that an understanding will allow them to develop ways of protecting against this frightening disease. A fundamental feature of Alzheimer’s Disease is the accumulation of toxic proteins in the brain. These proteins form clusters of plaque that disrupt the ability of brain…
Read MoreHow Much Exercise You Need to Protect against Alzheimer’s?
It’s well-known that keeping your mind active is good for your brain, but a recent study shows that keeping your body active is important for brain health, as well. The study, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, shows that seniors who engage in moderate exercise for just over an hour a day, show significant…
Read MoreSlowing the Decline in Cognitive Function
In a recent report from the Alzheimer’s Association it was noted that in the United States, 15% to 20% of adults over the age of 65 suffer from mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Individuals suffering from MCI have a far greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Mild cognitive impairment denotes a decline in standard…
Read MoreThe Diabetes-Alzheimer’s Connection
One in three US seniors will die with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. One in four seniors has type 2 diabetes. The incidence of these diseases, both associated with older age, is expected to escalate as the Baby Boomers age. But here’s a question that’s never been asked before: is there any interaction between the two…
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New study answers the question: Do brain games really help stave off cognitive decline?
It has become an accepted principle that elderly people can help prevent mental decline as they age by engaging in stimulating activities, such as crossword puzzles and other problem solving games. However, is there any proof for this claim? In a new study from researchers at the University of Aberdeen and the National Health Service…
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