How Depression Ages the Brain
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Being Patient
| October 7th, 2018
We speak to Dr. Darya Gaysina, psychologist and epidemiologist at University of Sussex, about the link between depression and cognitive decline.
Study: Depression Speeds Up Brain Aging
By
Being Patient
| May 23rd, 2018
Many studies have shown a link between depression and increased risk of dementia. Seniors with depression are more likely to experience memory problems, and…
Dementia and Depression: What’s the Link Between Mood and Memory Problems?
By
Being Patient
| May 10th, 2018
Dementia and depression may be more closely linked than they appear. While scientists aren’t sure what exactly causes dementia, depression falls into a category…
Study Finds Treating Depression Lowers Alzheimer’s Risk
By
Being Patient
| April 11th, 2018
There is no one reason why some people get Alzheimer’s and others do not. Most scientists point to genetics and lifestyle as the main…
Drinking Olive Oil: A Health Elixir or Celebrity Fad?
By
Hazel Flight
| April 2nd, 2024
In the ever-changing world of wellness trends and celebrity endorsed health fads there is a new trend on the scene: daily olive oil shots….
What Is Alzheimer’s Disease and How Is It Diagnosed?
By
Simon Spichak and Alexandra Marvar
| April 1st, 2024
Dementia is a term used to describe a set of symptoms: memory loss and other cognitive issues. The most common disease that causes these…
Sonde Health’s David Liu: What Can Your Voice Reveal About Your Health?
By
Katy Koop
| March 22nd, 2024
Brain health researchers are exploring new ways to leverage cutting-edge technology in the diagnosis of diseases like Alzheimer’s. One emerging field of study is…
Reprogramming the Brain: A Patient and Neurologist on Deep Brain Stimulation
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Katy Koop
| March 18th, 2024
High-tech treatments for neurodegenerative diseases aren’t so far off. In fact, some patients already have brain implants that help address their symptoms by sending…
Could Your Smartphone Tell You’re Developing Cognitive Impairment?
By
Simon Spichak, MSc
| March 13th, 2024
About 89 million Americans use smartwatches and other fitness trackers to measure their fitness levels, sleep, and weight. Soon, there will be apps that…
3 Creative Pursuits That Help People Cope With Cognitive Decline
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Lauren Fetten
| March 12th, 2024
Tapping into creativity can feel out of reach for people that are navigating living with Alzheimer’s. We spoke to a neuroscientist, a former academic,…
Are Probiotics Good for Brain Health? Scientists Weigh In
By
Lauren Fetten
| March 7th, 2024
Heard of probiotics? They’re those pills — often found in a refrigerated section of the vitamins aisle at your local pharmacy or natural grocer…
Alzheimer’s May Be Preventable: Neurologists Say These 4 Things Matter Most
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Simon Spichak and Alexandra Marvar
| March 5th, 2024
“How can I prevent Alzheimer’s?” There is no surefire way to cure or altogether avoid Alzheimer’s disease, but research shows you can take certain…
Rebecca Chopp: How to Accept Alzheimer’s Without Losing Yourself
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Katy Koop
| February 29th, 2024
Before her diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment and early-stage Alzheimer’s in 2019, Rebecca Chopp was a widely published author, editor, and academic, serving as…
‘The Alzheimer’s Gene:’ 5 People With ApoE4 on Plans for the Future
By
Alexandra Marvar
| February 20th, 2024
Alzheimer’s disease affects one in 10 people over the age of 65 and one in three over the age of 85, and its global…
4 Frustrating Things I Learned Reporting On Alzheimer’s Blood Tests
By
Simon Spichak, MSc
| February 16th, 2024
Nothing is more exciting than when my favorite basketball team, the Toronto Raptors, announced that they were signing a star player that could help…