Despite the fact that over 48 million Americans suffer from hearing loss, many wait seven years or more before seeking treatment for their ailments. Studies show that hearing aids, however, can significantly improve mental health in a number of important ways. For example, a hearing aid can reduce the risk of mental decline. A 25 […]
The research has been mixed on whether video games are good or bad for the brain. Three recent studies produced results about video games and their effect on the gray matter in the brain that may start to answer this question.
The drug memantine has been used in the treatment of mild Alzheimer’s Disease. Unfortunately the effectiveness of this treatment has not shown to improve symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Researchers have discovered that, memantine, a medicine designed to help with Alzheimer’s is actually helpful in treating traumatic brain injury. One of the biggest dangers with brain […]
Receiving global attention, researcher Ira Driscoll from UWM found that drinking coffee can reduce the probability of developing dementia or other cognitive impairments for women over the age of 65. The survey was released on October 1 which is International Coffee Day. The survey included results from over 6,000 women who reported their caffeine consumption […]
The diagnosis of dementia is stigmatizing. Many individuals report a great loneliness when they receive this diagnosis — their family and friends melt away. Why is this so?
Being a caregiver for someone with dementia can be difficult. Now you can take a cruise through the Eastern Caribbean along with the loved one that you are caring for. The cruise leaves from Fort Lauderdale on November 17, 2017 and returns on the 18th. The cruise will help you to learn to live with […]
According to a new report, one-third of all cases of dementia can be prevented. The main factor in reducing risk of dementia seems to involve changes in lifestyle. According to findings, there are nine factors that influence a person’s risk of dementia; these include smoking habits, depression, high blood pressure, obesity, and exercise, among others. […]
A study was shown by the Alzheimer’s Association Conference of 2017 that people who have Alzheimer’s disease will not only suffer from long term hearing loss, but also have a chance of abnormal brain function, that would result in dementia. To prevent this from happening, the person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s should get their hearing impairment […]
There was a crisis in the family. Mom, diagnosed with dementia, has a fall, and was admitted to hospital. Their daughter was worried that Dad would not be able to care for Mom at home. Dad was sure that he could. Daughter was sure that he couldn’t. What to do? This scenario is a common […]
Researchers have recently studied what effects unmarried or widowed persons may experience, including an increased risk of Dementia. It dives into the idea that mental health and emotional happiness are greatly affected by having a partners support, something that unmarried or widowed persons do not have. Social interaction is key in that role of mental […]
