Elder loneliness is not new, but it’s now considered an epidemic. Since your dad has a social personality, this risk is likely even greater than for less socially inclined people…
It's no secret that if you have a loved one suffering from dementia, it can also hurt your mental and emotional health in the long run. Remember, caring for a…
A new study shows that Americans’ risk of developing dementia after turning 55 is more than double what earlier research had found. The New York University study estimates that the…
Dementia, a syndrome characterized by a decline in cognitive function beyond normal aging, significantly impacts memory, thinking, behavior, personality, and daily activities. Full Story
Cathy Samatas recalls conducting a training for a professional caregiver. Aside from helping others, the woman had also been taking care of own mother, who was afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease.…
“Education is power.” It’s a phrase we hear often, but nowhere does it ring truer than in the realm of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Early detection isn’t just a medical…
Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating neurodegenerative disorder, is closely linked to the accumulation of tau protein in the brain. When tau becomes hyperphosphorylated, it forms neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs), disrupting cellular processes…
Antidepressants may accelerate cognitive decline in patients with dementia, found a new study. The findings were published in BMC Medicine. Full Story
A new study has found that people can lower their risk for dementia through exercise and, the more exercise, the lower the risk. Full Story
Although scams of any kind can happen to anyone, there will be a higher risk for people living alone and now living with cognitive change. AARP states that about 30%…