An expert shares six strategies to help caregivers prevent wandering in dementia during the cold, dark winter season. While wandering in dementia can happen…
Your brain can still make new neurons when you’re an adult. But how does the rare birth of these new neurons contribute to cognitive…
The way people living with dementia experience the world can change as the disease progresses. Their sense of reality or place in time can…
By 2050, around 135 million people worldwide will be living with dementia. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Women are more…
Light pollution is a growing issue. Over the past 25 years, artificial lighting has surged by 49% worldwide. For perspective, the brightness of the…
In many households, screens are part of daily life – from work to entertainment. But for parents, setting boundaries around screens isn’t just about…
A single mild concussion while playing amateur sports does not lead to long-term cognitive decline a recent study has found. This conclusion may seem…
As the global population ages, understanding the variability in cognitive aging becomes increasingly important. Why do some individuals remain cognitively sharp while others experience…
Changes in thinking and memory as we age can occur for a variety of reasons. These changes are not always cause for concern. But…
Music is woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. Whether it’s lifting our spirits, pushing us to run faster or soothing us to…
Many people love the holidays because they are a time to make happy memories with loved ones. But what if you could do something…
An estimated one in three people will care for someone with dementia in their lifetime. If you’re one of the many people around the…
The holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones, sharing gratitude, and, of course, gathering around the table for a delicious meal together….
For many, the holidays are indeed the most wonderful time of the year. Families and friends come together and enjoy food, good cheer –…
The holidays bring joy, togetherness, and a healthy dose of chaos—a mix that can be challenging for anyone, let alone individuals living with dementia…