Alzheimer's
Is Anxiety a Very Early Symptom of Alzheimer's?
Are you concerned about your anxiety symptoms? According to a groundbreaking study, worsening anxiety may actually increase your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Dementia Prevention
Vascular Dementia: The Most Preventable Type of Dementia
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia.It is the most preventable type of dementia. Knowing and managing these risk factors can help reduce the chances of developing this condition.
Dementia Prevention
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease: Exploring the Causes and Risk Factors
Explore the complex causes of Alzheimer's, including genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors. Understand how education and mental stimulation build cognitive reserve, potentially delaying Alzheimer's onset and maintaining brain health.
Dementia Prevention
The Best Games for Memory Loss
Games can help slow memory loss by stimulating cognitive function and enhancing recall. From puzzles and word games to interactive apps, discover the best activities designed to keep the brain engaged, improve focus, and support those with memory decline.
Dementia Prevention
Why Can't I Remember Things? Are Memory Lapses Normal?
Memory is an intricate process that works differently for everyone. If you are a person experiencing a memory problem, it's nothing to be ashamed of. Normal aging may cause fuzzy memories, but, dementia is not a normal part of the aging process.
Activities
Studies Reveal Learning Oil Painting Techniques Retrain Your Brain to Improve Memory
Learn about different styles and techniques, and find resources for instruction, whether you prefer learning at home or in a class setting.
Healthy Aging
Regain Your Balance: Discover Stability with Tai Chi for Seniors
Discover the numerous benefits of tai chi for seniors including improved balance, flexibility, sleep quality and reduced chronic pain, anxiety and depression.
Activities
Debunking the Myths About Senior Moments: Identifying Signs of Dementia
"senior moments" have often been perceived as an inevitable and unchangeable part of growing older. These lapses in memory and cognition, though common, need not be taken lightly. It's time to challenge the myths
Resources
Normal Aging Process of the Brain Determined By Your Genes
A recent study by researchers at Texas Biomedical Research Institute and Yale University shows that the decline in brain function during normal aging may be influenced by genes.
Activities
The Mind-Body Connection: How Trying New Things Can Help Prevent Dementia
Do you know what the mind and body have in common? They are both incredible machines that need to be taken care of in order to function at their best.
Dementia Prevention
What is Normal Age-related Cognitive Decline?
Understanding Normal Age-Related Cognitive Decline As we age, our cognitive abilities naturally decline. This is a normal part of growing older, and while it may be frustrating, it is important to understand the issue in order to manage it and maximize quality of life. This guide will provide an introduction
Aging In Place
Universal Kitchen Design:Creating a Safe and Comfortable Home Environment
Remodeling or building a new home? Make sure it's safe and comfortable for assisted living at home with our universal kitchen design recommendations. From reachable dishes to a single lever faucet tap, we cover it all.