Researchers have found that there is a closer relationship between menopause and memory loss than previously thought. For one woman, it began with a familiar face whose name escaped her. She laughed it off as a “menopause moment,” a term tossed around when words that once came quickly now play hard to get. But then…
Dementia News February 2025. Here’s this month’s dementia news, you might have missed: Discover how the Tsimané people’s diet and lifestyle contribute to heart health and slow aging. Learn about the potential impact of antidepressants on cognitive decline in dementia patients. How daily movement, including light exercise, can significantly reduce dementia risk in older adults.…
It’s true that family members often see first signs of dementia, long before a doctor makes a diagnosis. There are the moments before the doctor confirms it, before the tests and brain scans, before the word itself is ever said aloud. Small, almost forgettable. A father who suddenly forgets how to use the coffee maker…
Kindness and care in dementia go a long way. Dementia has a way of testing everyone in its orbit. The person living with it, the family watching it unfold, and the caregivers who show up every day to provide care that goes far beyond routine tasks. It takes an extraordinary kind of strength to meet…
Let’s talk about 25 lesser-known types of dementia you might not know about. While Alzheimer’s disease accounts for most dementia diagnoses in America, doctors are identifying more patients with uncommon variants – forms of the disease that often go unrecognized in family clinics across the country. Dementia Beyond Alzheimer’s Disease The grocery store was a…
Welcome to the Dementia News – January 2025. This is our roundup of key developments in dementia research and care. This month’s highlights include breakthroughs in AI-powered diagnostics, insights into medications with dual benefits and risks, and actionable tips for caregivers navigating seasonal challenges. Here’s what you need to know about the latest advancements and…