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These Common Antidepressants Could be Causing Dementia!

The medical records of more than 300,000 individuals over the age of 65 were collected by an international team of researchers, a sample that includes close to 50,000 patients diagnosed with dementia.

Foods That Increase the Risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia

The more studies are conducted on the connection between diet and dementia, the more apparent the link between an unhealthy diet and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia becomes.

These Myths Surrounding Dementia Need to be Cleared

Today, we will look at some of the common myths surrounding dementia that need to be dispelled. Let’s separate fact from fiction. See Also: 5 Types of Dementia and Ways to Prevent Them 1. Dementia is unavoidable with age This is perhaps the most common myth associated with dementia.

This Restaurant Offers Work for People With Dementia

Surprisingly though, there's a Japanese restaurant, called The Restaurant of Order Mistakes, which offers exactly that, since its unique mission is to provide work for waiters with dementia .

These Surprising Things Raise Your Risk of Dementia

Did you know that as many as five million Americans, aged 65 and older may have Alzheimer's Disease? This number is expected to double every five-year interval beyond age 65, according to a statistic from the National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke.

This Side Effect Is Often Confused for Dementia in Seniors

As we age, the list of medications we have to take on the daily to maintain a healthy and active life begins to lengthen.

These Little Acts Can Greatly Help Someone With Dementia

Doing so can lead to meaningful gains for people with dementia, both in their quality of life and physical health. Here are a few small steps that you can take to help someone with dementia. 1.

Can Sleep Deprivation Lead to Dementia?

It is often assumed that as we age, we need less sleep than the young. However, this is not the case. In fact, studies show that middle-aged people sleep less due to damage to the brain. Furthermore, many experts believe that people cannot get away with less sleep as they age.

This Town Was Built Especially for People with Dementia

With shops, restaurants, parks and even a theater, you wouldn’t suspect that this town is a progressive care home for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The 152 elderly residents living here enjoy complete freedom and privacy and are cared for around the clock.

Cut Out These Habits to Decrease Your Dementia Risk!

The biggest dementia risk factors, such as age and family history, cannot be changed, but scientists have identified habits that can be changed or modified to reduce the risk of cognitive decline or dementia. Below you’ll find nine of them: 1.

These Brain Exercises Could Reduce Dementia Risk by 30%

Dementia researchers now say they have scientific evidence that brain training can help reduce the risk of developing the disease, after a 10-year study highlighted the effectiveness of a particular cognitive exercise.

7 Ways to Connect With a Family Member With Dementia

If you have a family member or close friend suffering from dementia and you’re struggling to stay connected with them, know that you’re not alone. There are over 55 million dementia sufferers in the world, and the majority of those people have family and friends.

Scientists Find Having a Happy Partner Can Deter Dementia

Interestingly, both dementia and Alzheimer’s disease seems to be a lot less common in people whose better half has a positive attitude to life, and the overall cognitive capacities of these people are remarkably well-preserved even in older age. How Do Relationships Determine Our Health?

Hearing Loss Comes With Added Risks of Dementia & Diabetes

As we age, our hearing often worsens, as do our other senses, but our bones and muscles also become much weaker, and so a fall can lead to serious injuries.