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fromwww.nature.com
1 week ago

The Pandemic Aged Our BrainWhether We Got Sick or Not

The accelerated ageing occurred even in people who didn't become infected, with structural changes in brain scans most noticeable in older people, male participants, and those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Public health
#brain-aging
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I've Never Handled This Aspect of Our Family Life. My Husband Will Be Shocked When I Tell Him That Has to Change.

Involvement in household finances is essential for both partners, especially when one shows signs of cognitive decline.
#aging
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How to make the super-rich pay their fair share of tax | Brief letters

Taxing all UK citizens on their global income and treating all owners of UK residential property as domiciled in the UK for tax purposes could reduce tax avoidance.
UK politics
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

A Sense of Purpose Promotes Cognitive Health

Participants who started out with higher levels of well-being also tended to have higher levels of cognitive function. When participants experienced declines in well-being, they showed similarly-sized declines in cognition.
Mental health
#curiosity
#alzheimers-disease
Medicine
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
Mental health
fromNature
3 months ago

Faster, cheaper, better: the rise of blood tests for Alzheimer's

Blood-based tests are transforming Alzheimer's diagnostics, enabling early detection and treatment.
Medicine
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
Mental health
fromNature
3 months ago

Faster, cheaper, better: the rise of blood tests for Alzheimer's

Blood-based tests are transforming Alzheimer's diagnostics, enabling early detection and treatment.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Taboo habit millions do behind shockingly linked to DEMENTIA

Viewing pornography may impair attention and cognitive control, posing risks to cognitive health.
#dementia
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Memory Loss or Dementia? Understanding the Key Differences

Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging, but dementia disrupts daily life.
Mild cognitive impairment may indicate a risk for dementia.
Dementia symptoms include more than memory loss; they affect daily functioning.
Writing
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?

The availability of a blood test for Alzheimer's raises complex emotional questions for those with a family history of the disease.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Memory Loss or Dementia? Understanding the Key Differences

Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging, but dementia disrupts daily life.
Mild cognitive impairment may indicate a risk for dementia.
Dementia symptoms include more than memory loss; they affect daily functioning.
Writing
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?

The availability of a blood test for Alzheimer's raises complex emotional questions for those with a family history of the disease.
#donald-trump
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Trump launches probe into Biden's actions as US president

In an executive order, Trump has launched an investigation into Biden's actions, alleging that officials conspired to conceal his cognitive decline from the public.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Can this nasal spray slow down Alzheimer's? One couple is helping scientists find out

The nasal spray contains an experimental monoclonal antibody meant to reduce the Alzheimer's-related inflammation in Walsh's brain, marking a novel approach to treatment.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Smerconish Grills Biden Book Co-Author On Kamala Harris Calling Anderson Cooper This Motherf**ker'

Kamala Harris expressed frustration towards Anderson Cooper after a tense interview questioning President Biden's cognitive health.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Jake Tapper Admits Conservative Media Was Right' About Biden During Frank Megyn Kelly Interview

Not only did you ignore the Jackie Walorski moment...but you ignored the freeze-up that he had at the Juneteenth celebration.
US politics
#biden
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Senate Dem Blames Biden for the Country Being Stuck With a Madman' in the White House

Sen. Chris Murphy criticizes Biden for not stepping aside for 2024 election, implying it contributes to Trump's potential return.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

CNN's Kasie Hunt Grills Chuck Schumer on Biden's Mental State: Did You Really Not Have Any Idea?'

Sen. Schumer avoids addressing concerns over Biden's mental fitness during an interview regarding the president's reelection bid.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Senate Dem Blames Biden for the Country Being Stuck With a Madman' in the White House

Sen. Chris Murphy criticizes Biden for not stepping aside for 2024 election, implying it contributes to Trump's potential return.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

CNN's Kasie Hunt Grills Chuck Schumer on Biden's Mental State: Did You Really Not Have Any Idea?'

Sen. Schumer avoids addressing concerns over Biden's mental fitness during an interview regarding the president's reelection bid.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Miranda Devine: Old Joe Biden haunts Demented Dems as they desperately try to flip the script claiming Trump is 'losing his mind'

Media scrutiny of Donald Trump's mental state has increased while overlooking Joe Biden's cognitive challenges.
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Can a Gel Help with Concussion Recovery? Dave Zabriskie Launches Cognitive Protocol Supplement

Dave Zabriskie launches Cognitive Protocol, a supplement line focused on concussion recovery and cognitive health management.
The initiative draws from Zabriskie's own experiences with brain injuries during his cycling career.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The experts: neurologists on 17 simple ways to look after your brain

With every year that I get older, my lifestyle gets healthier. All of her consultations will focus to some degree on lifestyle choices.
Mental health
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries Questions Whether Trump is Cognitively Fit' to Be President

Jeffries believes that just as Joe Biden's fitness was scrutinized, so too should Donald Trump's, especially given Trump's past questioning of Biden's cognitive abilities.
US Elections
#memory-loss
Board games
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Will Stimulating My Brain as I Age Keep It Sharp?

An active brain may help prevent cognitive decline, but the effectiveness of specific activities like puzzles is uncertain.
Board games
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Will Stimulating My Brain as I Age Keep It Sharp?

An active brain may help prevent cognitive decline, but the effectiveness of specific activities like puzzles is uncertain.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Queen's reading charity partners with British Neuroscience Association

Quality journalism is essential, and The Independent focuses on delivering unbiased reporting on critical issues.
fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Neurodegenerative Disorders

Mitochondrial dysfunction significantly contributes to neurodegeneration and dementia in aging individuals.
Digital life
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Get granny on Gmail - computer and smartphone use lowers risk of brain decline by 42%

Regular tech use in older adults may reduce cognitive impairment risk, challenging the digital dementia hypothesis.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Digital Tools May Protect the Aging Mind

Digital technology use reduces cognitive decline risk in older adults by 58%.
Active participation in digital tools, rather than screen time, supports cognitive health.
"Use it or lose it" now applies to digital engagement.
philosophy
fromApaonline
3 months ago

Brain Rot: Are We Rotting Our Minds in the Digital Age?

The term 'brain rot' reflects concerns about digital consumption affecting mental health and cognitive ability.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Which Exercises Are Best for Cognitive Health?

Regular exercise enhances cognitive health across all ages and health statuses, with particular benefits noted in low- to moderate-intensity activities.
#dementia-prevention
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Mental health

10 Simple Ways to Improve Brain Health, from Neurologists

Simple changes in daily habits can delay or prevent cognitive decline and dementia.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Nearly Half of Dementia Cases Can Be Prevented or Delayed

Most Americans over 40 are worried about cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for awareness regarding dementia risk factors and preventive measures.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Nearly Half of Dementia Cases Can Be Prevented or Delayed

Most Americans over 40 are worried about cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for awareness regarding dementia risk factors and preventive measures.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

If You Want To Prevent Dementia, These Are The Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor

Discussing lifestyle factors with your doctor can help protect cognitive health.
Mental health
fromFuturism
5 months ago

When You Block the Internet on Your Phone, Something Astonishing Happens Mentally

A study found that blocking smartphone internet access for two weeks improved participants' mental health and attention span.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

At 98, I wouldn't be so sharp without puzzles': do crosswords and quizzes really boost your brain power?

Miriam Raphael emphasizes the joy and satisfaction derived from finishing crossword puzzles, likening it to a daily routine that keeps her mentally sharp and engaged.
Mental health
Wellness
fromScienceDaily
7 months ago

Short-term cognitive boost from exercise may last for 24 hours

Exercise can enhance cognitive function the next day, especially in older adults.
Deep sleep and less sedentary time are linked to improved memory performance afterwards.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Exercising for 30 minutes improves memory, study suggests

Physical activity enhances cognitive performance the next day, particularly when paired with good sleep.
fromInverse
10 months ago

This Spin On the Mediterranean Diet Could Help Preserve Your Brain Function

The MIND diet not only merges elements from the Mediterranean and DASH diets but demonstrates a significant association with reduced risk of cognitive impairment as individuals age.
Medicine
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