FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 21, 2018·7 min readVascular Risk Interacts with Amyloid Levels to Increase Age Related Cognitive DeclineVascular risk factors appear to have a negative synergistic effect with amyloid beta levels in the brain, researchers report. The study suggests a combination of increased vascular risk and higher amyloid levels in the brain can predict more rapid cognitive decline during aging.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 16, 2018·4 min readBetter Diet May Prevent Brain Shrinkage in Older AdultsOlder adults who eat a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, fish and nuts have greater brain volume, a new study reveals. Researchers say diet can influence brain shrinkage and the development of neurodegenerative diseases as we age.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 16, 2018·3 min readIntimacy in Later Life Does Not Slow Memory LossA new study reveals there is no link between sexual activity in older adults and slowing the progression of age related cognitive decline.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 15, 2018·5 min readRelationship Between Socioeconomic Status and the Adult BrainAccording to researchers, the adult brain may be sensitive to social and economic factors. Researchers report in middle age, better socioeconomic status is associated with more efficient brain network organization and thicker gray matter.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 14, 2018·3 min readExploring the Connection Between Diet, Gut Microbes and Cognitive DeclineResearchers believe their new study will provide a mechanistic understanding of how our microbiome and diets can impact the development of Alzheimer's disease. The study will aim to provide evidence of possible diet induced effects on gut bacteria, which could influence age associated cognitive decline.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 10, 2018·4 min readDepression Linked to Memory Problems and Brain AgingA new study reveals older adults with greater symptoms of depression have a smaller brain volume and a 55% greater chance of vascular lesions in the brain than those who do not have depression.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 8, 2018·3 min readAge, Marital Status, BMI and Sleep Linked to Dementia RiskA new machine learning study has revealed a novel combination of factors that can increase a person's risk of developing dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 7, 2018·6 min readWhy People Become More Prone to Distraction With AgeA new study reports the locus coerleus, a brain network that controls our ability to focus while under stress, appears to weaken as we age. This may explain why we find it more difficult to focus as we get older.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 30, 2018·4 min readHigher Levels of Aerobic Fitness Associated With Better Word Production Skills in Older AdultsOlder adults with higher levels of aerobic fitness suffer less often from age related memory failures, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·April 23, 2018·3 min readDementia Trend Shows Later Onset With Fewer Years of DiseaseResearchers reveal people may be developing Alzheimer's later in life and living less time with the neurodegenerative disease.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·April 19, 2018·3 min readAge Affects How We Predict and Respond to Stress at HomeResearchers say those over 60 are better at predicting stressful events at home than younger people. However, younger people are better at utilizing these predictions to minimize the adverse impact of stress.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·April 16, 2018·8 min readAmericans with a College Education Live Longer Without DementiaTwo new studies from researchers at USC provide fresh insight into Alzheimer's risks. Researchers say attending college can stave off dementia and help retain memories in old age. Additionally, researchers report reducing diabetes and hypertension after 50 could increase longevity in people with Alzheimer's disease.Read More
