Dementia Caregivers: 3 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day: Here are three science-backed reasons to spend some time outside — or…
Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day: Here are three science-backed reasons to spend some time outside — or…
Coping with depression, anxiety, or insomnia? Research is finding that certain mindfulness practices can help make caregiving a little more manageable. Research studies on mentalizing…
Research shows that mindfulness techniques can help relieve stress and depression for dementia caregivers. Mindfulness is a practice of being in the present moment….
Frontotemporal lobar degeneration, also known as frontotemporal dementia (FTD), refers to various disorders that cause cell damage and affect the brain. FTD is the…
Women with certain cardiovascular conditions in midlife may be more at risk of cognitive decline than their male peers, a recent study finds. Brain…
Here are six dietary choices that can help support brain health. It’s been well-established that many heart-healthy foods are also beneficial for brain health….
A new study predicts dementia cases will rise three-fold. Developing countries are expected to be the hardest hit. Eastern sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa and…
We take a closer look at the evidence behind whether drinking coffee is linked with reduced dementia risk. There’s nothing like the first cup…
There is notable overlap between the cognitive changes triggered by menopause, sometimes called “menopause brain,” and changes associated with dementia. But researchers say simple…
Science shows that reading is one among other intellectual activities that is intricately linked with our brain health and social skills. Throughout the COVID-19…
In our LiveTalk series, Being Patient spoke with Anitra Mostacero about her diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s at the age of 42, her faith, her sense…
Dementia care expert Teepa Snow shares guidance for making the holiday season more dementia-inclusive. For many families, the holidays mean mistletoe and holly, gift-giving,…
A recent study shows that people with a stronger sense of purpose seem to recall their memories with more vivid details compared to those…
Dr. Allison Reiss of New York University offers guidance on the lifestyle changes that can boost help quality of life for people living with…
A new study finds that eating the MIND diet, which consists of foods like vegetables, berries and fish, can reduce the risk of cognitive…