Adults age 65 and older who completed five to six weeks of cognitive speed training—in this case, speed of processing training, which helps people quickly find visual information on a computer screen ...

Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias were less likely among adults who completed cognitive speed training with booster sessions, according to data published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: ...

While the research does not point to a direct, causal link, it hints that activities like reading, writing and playing games ...

A large, long-term study found that playing a brain training video game may help protect the brain against dementia for decades. Experts say the findings are the strongest evidence yet that cognitive ...

While dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are terms that are often used interchangeably, they don’t mean the same thing. Understanding the difference isn’t just helpful for clarity, it’s essential for ...

Dementia is a general term for a set of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and daily life. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia—but it’s just one type. Not all dementia is ...

People who follow a MIND diet, even if started later in life, were significantly less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease or related forms of dementia, according to new research. The MIND diet ...

It’s easy to add to your routine, too.

Primary care physicians (PCPs) in Ontario frequently used diagnostic tools to assess patients for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, with usage increasing during follow-up. Antidepressants were ...