While marijuana can help calm agitation, there are risks.

Believe it or nut, middle-aged and older adults who eat nuts ever day can significantly lower their risk of dementia, a new study has found.

A growing body of research demonstrates that smoking affects neurological health, specifically cognitive decline.

Nov. 6, 2024 — Older people who are sleepy during the day or lack enthusiasm for activities due to sleep issues may be more likely to develop a syndrome that can lead to dementia, according to a new ...

Disorders that cause dementia damage the brain and body, eventually leading to the loss of crucial bodily functions or complications that can lead to death. The term “dementia” refers to the ...

Excessive daytime sleepiness could be an early sign of a pre-dementia condition called motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR), ...

Feeling sleepy and less enthusiastic during the day may indicate a higher risk of developing a syndrome that often leads to ...

Getting injured after a fall may be an early warning sign of dementia in older adults. That’s according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open last month. "This study quantifies a ...

A stock photo shows a senior couple jogging. "Weekend warrior" exercise habits could help keep dementia at bay, according to researchers. A stock photo shows a senior couple jogging. "Weekend ...

The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Other causes may include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, brain injuries, and certain underlying health conditions. Major ...

Bruce Willis’ early dementia signs were dismissed, since he struggled with stuttering as a child. When asked what his early symptoms were, as the actor battles with frontotemporal dementia (FTD ...

And for those with dementia, scent therapy could also be a valuable tool for sustained comfort and feelings of security and warmth. Liam Findlay has been working as a themed scent consultant since ...