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What Is the MIND Diet, and Can It Lower Your Risk of Memory Problems Later in Life?
A new study finds people who most closely follow the MIND diet experience significantly less cognitive decline over time.
College Students Who Vape May Be Hurting Their Ability to Learn
In a new study, college students who vaped scored below the normal range on cognitive function tests that assessed learning, memory, problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
Fish Oil Supplements May Help People at High Risk for Alzheimer's
A new study finds taking a daily fish oil supplement may slow brain cell deterioration in people at genetic risk for Alzheimer’s – but researchers say it does not benefit all older adults.
Common Benzo Drugs like Valium and Ativan Don’t Increase Dementia Risk, New Study Finds
A new study finds no link between benzodiazepines and dementia, but these drugs—commonly prescribed for anxiety, insomnia and epilepsy—may speed up loss of brain volume, researchers say.
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Chronic Joint Pain Plus Depression Can Take Toll on the Brain
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 21, 2024
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Having achy, painful joints isn't just a physical woe: Coupled with depression, it could also degrade an older person's brain function over time.
That's the conclusion of a study of almost 5,000 older Britons tracked for 12 years. People who had both chronic joint pain a...
Adding Blood Thinners to A-fib Treatment Won't Prevent Strokes, Help Cognition
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- November 19, 2024
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People using blood thinners to control their heart rhythm shouldn't expect the medications to head off thinking declines as well, new research s...
Could Asthma Harm a Child's Memory Skills?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 11, 2024
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Asthma is associated with memory problems in children, a new study has found.
Further, the early onset of asthma might worsen potential memory deficits in kids, researchers found.
Thi...
In Mouse Studies, New Clues to How Brain 'Refreshes' Memories
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 7, 2024
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Memories are constantly adapting in the brain over time, dynamically updating as people encounter new information and fresh experiences.
Researchers think they’ve figured out the brain mechanism that drives this memory integration, based on a study of lab mice.
...
Could Music Lessons Help Clear the 'Brain Fog' of Chemotherapy?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 8, 2024
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In a small, preliminary study, piano lessons provided to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy appeared to help them maintain brain health.
"There were a lot of outside stressors contributing to my mood, but piano practice and going to lessons were always something go...
Hearing Loss Can Raise Risks for Cognitive Decline
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- October 4, 2024
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A new, large study from France underscores the link between adult hearing loss and dementia.
"Given the major burden of cognitive decline and the absence of curative treatment, identifying modifiable risk factors is of importance," a team led by
Could Antidepressants Give Memory a Boost?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 23, 2024
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Antidepressants have the potential to improve memory and thinking skills, a new study suggests.
Some patients experienced a boost on brain tests after taking the SSR...
Could 'Brain Training' Exercises Help Slow Alzheimer's Symptoms?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 17, 2024
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Brain training aimed at improving memory can ward off symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease for years, a new study claims.
Your Brain Cells 'Reset' During Sleep, Readying for Tomorrow's Memories
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 16, 2024
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A good night’s sleep is crucial for helping people make new memories, a new study says.
Neurons that capture new memories during the day reset while you ...
Depression Could Take Toll on Memory With Age
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- June 12, 2024
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Depression and memory declines may be closely linked in older people, new research suggests.
"Our study shows that the relationship between depression and poor memory cuts both ways, with depressive symptoms preceding memory decline and memory decline linked to subsequen...
Work That Challenges Your Brain Helps You Stay Sharp With Age
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 18, 2024
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Jobs that challenge your mind could help your brain age more gracefully, a new study suggests.
The harder your brain works on the job, the less likely you are to have memory and thinking problems later in life, researchers reported April 17 in the journal Neurology<...
More Evidence Sleep Apnea Harms Thinking, Memory
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 4, 2024
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Sleep apnea could have detrimental effects on the brain, causing memory or thinking problems, a new study suggests.
People suffering from sleep apnea are about 50% more likely to also report having memory or thinking problems, compared to those without sleep apnea, resea...
Your Brain Finds Ways to Compensate Against Age-Related Decline
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 8, 2024
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No one's brain is as sharp at 60 as it was at 20.
However, new research supports the notion that folk's brains can make subtle adjustments with age to compensate for that decline.
A team of British researchers has found more evidence that as the mind ages, it somet...
Ancient Greeks Seldom Hit by Dementia, Suggesting It's a Modern Malady
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 2, 2024
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Dementia seems like a disorder that's always haunted the human race.
But this form of severe memory loss is actually a modern malady, if classical Greek and Roman physicians are to be believed.
A new analysis of ancient Greek and Roman medical texts suggests that d...
Poor Sleep in Your 30s, 40s Could Mean Memory Problems Later
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 4, 2024
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People who get poor sleep in their 30s and 40s might be more likely to develop memory and thinking problems a decade later, a new study warns.
Those who had the most disrupted sleep in early adulthood had more than double the odds of poor thinking performance when tested...
Resolve to Get a Free Memory Screening in 2024
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 3, 2024
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There are so many New Year's resolutions from which to choose, but an important one could be to schedule a memory screening, experts say.
Memory screenings consist of a series of questions that gauge memory and brain function, according to the Alzheimer's Foundation of A...
Pets Bring Health Boost to Single Seniors' Brains: Study
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 27, 2023
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For the growing number of American seniors who live alone, having a beloved dog or cat by their side could help them maintain a healthy brain.
New research on more than 7,900 people averaging 66 years of age found that those who lived alone were able to stave off losses ...
More Research Shows the Brain Benefits of Exercise
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2023
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Regular exercise appears to enhance and even grow crucial areas of the human brain, new research using MRI scans shows.
It's long been known that physical activity is a brain-booster, but this international study illustrates ways this could be happening.
"With comp...
Wasabi Shows Memory-Boosting Powers in Study
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- December 5, 2023
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Wasabi, that green condiment that spices up your sushi, may possess memory-boosting powers, a new Japanese study suggests.
Lead researcher Rui Nouchi, an associate professor at Tohoku ...
Cognitive Decline May Come Earlier for People With Epilepsy
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 5, 2023
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People with epilepsy suffer quicker declines in thinking than people without the brain disorder, particularly if they also have risk factors like high blood pressure or diabetes, a new study finds.
The difference was significant: Over the course of the 14-year study, tho...
In Twins Study, Concussions in Early Life Tied to Memory Issues Decades Later
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 7, 2023
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Your thinking and memory skills may take a hit decades after recovering from a concussion, a new study indicates.
Scientists who studied male twins, from an average age of 67, found that earlier concussions were tied to lower scores on tests of thinking and memory....
Yoga Might Do Wonders for Women's Aging Brains
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- August 3, 2023
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Yoga is known for its benefits to both the mind and body. And a gentle form of yoga may be an ideal early intervention technique for older women at risk of Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.
In a small study involving kundalini yoga, participants reported ...
Memory Troubles? Your Race Could Affect How Soon You Get Diagnosis, Treatment
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 3, 2023
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Black Americans are less likely to be seen at a memory clinic than their white peers. So too are folks from neighborhoods that are poor and lack educational and job opportunities, according to a new study.
That could mean later diagnosis and treatment for dementias lik...
Memory Issues Could Be Another Struggle for Kids With Autism
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- July 11, 2023
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Children with autism have well-known difficulties with social interactions, but a new study is highlighting another area where they can struggle: memory.
Researchers found that compared with their peers, school-age kids with autism showed more difficulty managing memory ...
Erectile Troubles in Middle Age a Bad Sign for Men's Brains
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- June 2, 2023
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Erectile dysfunction (ED) has been tied to an increased risk of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. Now, research suggests that erectile woes during late middle age may also be linked to a man's chances of developing memory issues later on.
"Because sub...
Compounds in Chocolate, Berries Might Help Boost Memory As You Age
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 30, 2023
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You'll likely lose some of your memory and thinking abilities as you age, but nutrients called flavanols might help thwart that decline, a new study suggests.
Not getting enough flavanols -- natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables and ev...
Could Long COVID Change Brain Activity?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 1, 2023
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Scientists report that brain scans of long COVID patients show abnormal activity in areas related to memory.
The scan results validate the concerns of these patients, who feel like they're experiencing fatigue, trouble concentrating and memory issues, even though their s...
Does Exercise Really Help Your Brain? Jury Still Out
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 27, 2023
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It's long been thought that working out helps a person stay sharp, but a new review argues there's little solid scientific evidence for the mental benefits of physical exercise.
Individual clinical trial results have tended to support the idea that regular exercise helps...
Could COVID Trigger 'Face Blindness'?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- March 16, 2023
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The list of symptoms that can strike long COVID sufferers has just gotten a little longer, and a little more mysterious: Researchers are reporting a case of "face blindness" related to the syndrome.
The condition, known medically as prosopagnosia, causes a very specific ...
Alzheimer's Report: Many Seniors With Memory Issues Aren't Telling Their Doctors
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- March 15, 2023
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Alzheimer's is one of the most common and serious diseases of aging, yet many older adults with memory issues are not telling their doctors about their struggles.
That's according to a new report from the Alzheimer's Association that focuses on whether doctors and patien...
Initial Symptoms Could Predict How Fast Alzheimer's Progresses
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 25, 2023
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Memory loss is the most common symptom associated with Alzheimer's disease -- the terrifying prospect of slowly forgetting yourself and everything around you.
But people who exhibit memory loss early on in their dementia actually have a slower rate of decline than those ...
New Year: Time for Your Memory Screening Appointment
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 11, 2023
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Many conditions cause memory issues, and early detection is essential for effective treatment, according to a national Alzheimer's disease organization.
The Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) encourages people to get a memory screening in the new year.
The fo...
Smokers More Prone to Memory Loss by Middle Age
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 27, 2022
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If you need another reason to quit smoking, researchers have one: your mid-life brain health.
Not only does smoking harm lung and heart health, but it increases the chances of middle-aged memory loss and confusion, a new study shows.
The likelihood of mental ("cog...
Mood Swings, Memory Troubles: Minding the Mental Toll of Menopause
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 21, 2022
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Menopause and the years before it may make you feel like you're losing your mind.
Some of those feelings are changes that occur naturally in this stage of life, but other factors contribute, too, according to the
Exercise, Mindfulness May Not Boost Seniors' Thinking, Memory
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 13, 2022
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Exercise and mindfulness are known for their health benefits, but a new study found that didn't extend to boosting memory or thinking skills in healthy seniors.
That doesn't mean these activities wouldn't be beneficial for memory if practiced for a longer period of time...
Aerobic Exercise Reinvigorates the Aging Brain
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 16, 2022
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Regular aerobic exercise improves blood flow to the brain, which should help keep seniors sharper as they age, a new trial has revealed.
At least a half-hour of power walking or jogging four to five times a week promoted better blood flow in and out of the brain among a ...
Could 'Food Stamps' Program Give Memory a Boost?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2022
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Signing up for "food stamps" might help lower-income seniors preserve their mental capabilities, a new U.S. study suggests.
Researchers found that eligible older adults who used the government's
What's Better for Your Brain, Crossword Puzzles or Computer Games?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- November 2, 2022
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Older adults looking to slow down memory loss might find some help in a classic brain-teaser: the crossword puzzle.
That's the suggestion of a small study that followed older adults with mild cognitive impairment -- problems with memory and thinking that may progress to ...
Get a Free Memory Screening From the Alzheimer's Foundation This November
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 1, 2022
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Early detection of memory issues is important.
It can help rule in or out a variety of health issues, including vitamin deficiency, thyroid condition, sleep apnea, urinary tract infection and, of course,
Scientists Probe How Sleep Helps Create Lasting Memories
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 25, 2022
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It's a question many have asked: How are memories made to last?
Now, a new study claims they are solidified during sleep through the interplay of two distinct brain regions.
Memories are set in the brain as it cycles between slow-wave and rapid eye movement (
1 in 10 U.S. Seniors Has Dementia; Minorities Hit Hardest
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- October 21, 2022
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One in 10 older Americans has dementia, and twice as many have mild mental impairment, a new study finds.
As the nation's population grows older, the burden on families and society is likely to grow, and minorities will be affected most, experts say.
"As the popula...
Brain Secrets of the Super-Sharp 'Super-Agers'
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2022
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Researchers have discovered another clue as to how some older people stay sharp as a tack into their 80s and beyond: Their brain cells are really big.
The study focused on what scientists have dubbed "super-agers" -- a select group of elderly adults who have the memory s...
Over 7 Million U.S. Seniors Have Mental Declines That Threaten Financial Skills
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- September 19, 2022
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As Americans age, millions end up struggling with dementia or some level of memory impairment and diminished capacity to think clearly and make decisions.
Yet a new study s...
Mental Skills Slow With Age, But Seniors Gain in Other Ways: Study
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 19, 2022
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Seniors, there's good news and bad from a new study of mental health. The brain-centered research confirms that mental skills do decline with age -- but it also finds many people over 60 having better psychological health than folks in their 20s.
"We wanted to better und...
Music: Bridging Memories for People With Alzheimer's
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 6, 2022
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Wes Mika started out on drums, but in his heart he was a tambourine man.
"He got fascinated by the little silver discs on the tambourine,"said his wife, Susan Mika. "Sometimes he would hit the tambourine with the little mallets of the drum. He just he loved that tambouri...
In Small Study, Hormone Boosts Thinking Skills in Men With Down Syndrome
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 1, 2022
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Men with Down syndrome may think and remember better when treated with a brain hormone normally associated with f...
In Trial, Brain Zaps Gave Seniors a Month-Long Memory Boost
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- August 22, 2022
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If you're a senior who struggles to remember where you put your car keys, could
Experiences of Racism Tied to Worsening Memory, Thinking in Older Black Americans
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 2, 2022
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Black and Hispanic Americans are more likely than others to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and ...
Even a Drink a Day Might Raise Brain Risks
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- July 18, 2022
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Even moderate drinking may be related to higher iron levels in the brain - a potentially risky situation for memory and thinking skills, a new study suggests.
Post-Stroke Memory Loss Can Resolve for Some Patients
- By Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling HealthDay Reporter
- July 15, 2022
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Memory loss is a common symptom after a stroke, but there's hope for some that those memories could return.
A new study from Norway examined 86 patients with relatively mild strokes and found many had improved mental functioning after 12 weeks.
"Our study shows th...