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Loss of hearing is tied to brain changes: A new study
Hearing loss is common among seniors in the US and has been linked to a higher risk of dementia, although the exact reasons are not completely clear. To investigate this link further, scientists conducted hearing tests and brain scans using MRI to see if hearing problems are associated with differences in specific brain regions.
Kate Yakimchuk research hearing loss brain damage science Psychology 4 December 2023
When higher metabolism isn't great: A new study on Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's is a common form of dementia, affecting thousands of people in Sweden each year. A study has revealed that an early sign of Alzheimer's disease is higher metabolic activity in the hippocampus.
Kate Yakimchuk research metabolism brain Psychology 4 November 2023
Chronic stress tied to Alzheimer's: A new study on how stress affects our brain
Specialists conducted a study on the link between chronic stress, mild cognitive impairment, and also Alzheimer's disease. They discovered that people diagnosed with chronic stress had higher risks to be later diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's.
Kate Yakimchuk research stress depression brain Psychology 15 October 2023
Seniors who volunteer have lower risks of cognitive decline: New research on dementia and Alzheimer's
Staying engaged in volunteering and other activities can help older people keep their cognitive abilities high. A new study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2023 in Amsterdam by UC Davis Health reveals that volunteering in late life is linked to better cognitive function, specifically improved executive function and episodic memory.
Kate Yakimchuk research volunteering dementia Psychology 7 August 2023
High blood pressure can potentially lead to brain deterioration later in life: Make sure your blood pressure is fine
While high blood pressure seems to be completely separated from brain health, it actually affects cognitive abilities later in life. A new study warns people to be more careful with their high blood pressure when they're in their 30s and also later in life.
Kate Yakimchuk brain blood pressure research health Psychology 16 July 2023
Walking improves memory of older adults: It's beneficial for both body and mind
Exercising is helpful for both body and mind, and it's true for people of all ages. The latest study published in IOS Press claims that physical activity can decrease dementia in older people.
Kate Yakimchuk research science dementia exercising Psychology 15 June 2023