Krikorian, a professor emeritus in the UC College of Medicine’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, explains that both strawberries and blueberries contain antioxidants, which are associated with various health benefits, including cognitive and metabolic enhancements. Epidemiological data also suggests that regular consumption of these berries is linked to a slower rate of ). Apart… Read More »
Growing Dementia Challenge to Retain Its Surge On!
than expected in the future. According to previous research* in England and Wales, the number of people living with dementia was previously predicted to increase by 57% from 0.77 million in 2016 to 1.2 million in 2040. Advertisement However, the new research, funded by the UK Economic and social Research Council, suggests that this figure… Read More »
I’m Donating My Brain to Science After My Mom Got Dementia
June is Alzehimer’s and brain Awareness Month. As told to Nicole Audrey Spector “Why would you donate your brain to science?” It’s a question I’ve been asked a lot since I decided to, well, donate my brain to science. The answer? It begins with love. In my case, it’s my love for the 13 women… Read More »
New Research in Psychological Science
Responding to the Association for Psychological Science Strategic Plan, 2022–2027Patricia J. Bauer Editor-in-Chief Patricia Bauer announces several changes intended to ensure that research published in the journal represents a greater breadth of human culture, thought, experience, and behavior. The changes align with two of the three strategic goals in APS’s new 5-year strategic plan: to… Read More »
Diabetes, Tooth Loss Can Be Double Trouble for Aging Brains
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, March 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Diabetes is a known risk factor for mental decline and dementia. Paired with total tooth loss, the potential harm to the brain is even more significant, new research indicates. The findings highlight the importance of good dental care and diabetes control in aging… Read More »
Having A-Fib Might Raise Odds for Dementia
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, March 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The common irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation (a-fib) may increase the risk of dementia, a new study suggests. Researchers found that people newly diagnosed with a-fib had a 13% higher risk of developing dementia, the progressive loss of memory and thinking skills.… Read More »
Concussions from Football Tied to Long-Term Cognitive Problems
March 10, 2023 — Eric Washington, former linebacker for the University of Kansas’ football team, got involved with sports as a child. “We crashed into each other when we played, and whoever was strongest or most reckless was thought to have the best sports career ahead of them,” he says. He and his friends boxed… Read More »
