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·September 17, 2017·4 min read

Novel Genetic Mutation Discovered in Parkinson’s Disease Patient

Researchers have identified a novel genetic mutation linked to Parkinson's disease. The researchers note the mutation is not found in the neurologically normal general population may indicate that variants of the ACMSD gene may increase Parkinson's risk.

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·February 3, 2020·4 min read

Aerobic exercise training linked to enhanced brain function

People with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's disease can benefit significantly from a six-month aerobic training program. Aerobic exercise helps improve brain glucose metabolism and executive function, in addition to increasing cardiorespiratory fitness.

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·February 26, 2021·3 min read

Exercise May Help Slow Memory Loss for People Living With Alzheimer’s Dementia

Embarking on a six-month aerobic exercise regime may help reduce cognitive decline for older adults living with Alzheimer's disease.

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·June 14, 2019·4 min read

Moral emotions, a diagnostic tool for frontotemporal dementia?

Moral emotions are significantly more impaired than emotions without moral content in those with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). By contrast, those with Alzheimer's disease exhibit similar performance in both moral and extra-moral emotions as healthy subjects. The findings provide a novel biomarker for the diagnosis of FTD.

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·November 28, 2016·4 min read

Low Hippocampal Blood Flow and Higher Alzheimer’s Vulnerability in Marijuana Users

A new study reports marijuana users have lower blood flow to the hippocampus, an area of the brain associated with memory and learning.

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·December 6, 2017·4 min read

Lithium in Water Associated with Slower Rate of Alzheimer’s Deaths

A new study reports trace amounts of lithium in drinking water may slow death rates in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers also discovered rates of obesity and diabetes are also lower in areas where lithium is present in the water supply.

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·January 17, 2019·4 min read

Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

A new study reports experiencing vital exhaustion, a symptom of psychological distress, during mid life may be associated with a higher risk of developing dementia later in life.

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·February 24, 2017·5 min read

Using Virtual Reality to Detect Mild Cognitive Impairment

Researchers report mild cognitive impairment can be remotely detected with the help of a self administered brain training game.

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·March 23, 2017·4 min read

Exercising 2.5 Hours Per Week Associated With Slow Decline For Parkinson’s Patients

According to researchers, exercising weekly can significantly slow the progress of Parkinson's disease over a two year period.

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·September 17, 2019·6 min read

Alzheimer’s memory loss reversed by new head device using electromagnetic waves

A new, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment shows promise in enhancing memories and cognitive function in those with Alzheimer's disease. Transcranial electromagnetic treatment (TEMT) increases functional connectivity within the cingulate cortex. TEMT is also able to penetrate the brain to break up amyloid-beta and tau deposits, slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease.