Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high…
Patients with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia may repeat numbers, count frequently, and recite mental math, or other familiar phrases, aloud. This repetitive…
According to data compiled by the World Health Organization, the number of people living with dementia is expected to increase to 139 million in…
Alzheimer’s disease is a complex journey, both for those experiencing it and their caregivers. Early in the condition, a person will experience mild memory…
Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating form of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide, but despite decades of research, the disease’s exact cause — or…
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease continue to be a major global health problem. Today more than 55 million people live with dementia, and WHO expects…
What stage of Alzheimer’s is sundowning? What are the early signs, how long does it last, how common is it, are their medications for…
People in the oldest stage of life who regularly engage in aerobic activities and strength training exercises perform better on cognitive tests than those…
For many people, correcting loved ones comes from a place of care and the innate desire to help others grow intellectually. However, conversing with…
We’ve all experienced that moment mid-sentence when we just can’t find the word we want to use, even though we’re certain we know it….
Fish oil, which contains omega-3 fatty acids, is promoted for a number of health benefits – from boosting our heart health, protecting our brain…
In Tokyo, a restaurant aims to change stereotypes and raise awareness about dementia by hiring servers with the condition. Known as the Restaurant of…
Dementia is often thought of as a memory problem, like when an older adult asks the same questions or misplaces things. In reality, individuals…
The world population is aging. According to the latest UN reports, two thirds of people live in countries with below-replacement fertility rates. Meanwhile, around…
A brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is sparking the attention of neurologists around the globe. In the U.S., it’s already FDA…