New research has revealed that there is something different about people over 80 years old who have cognitive levels of those that are typically seen from people in their 50s. These individuals tend to be an exception, but they are indicators that memory doesn’t need to decline as people get older. Northwestern University refers… Continue reading Looking at Differences in Aging Brains
New studies reveal that sleepless nights may raise your risk of developing dementia as you age. According to research from the American Academy of Neurology, chronic sleep issues can lead to premature aging within the brain. In turn, this increases the risk of developing dementia, including developing dementia earlier in life. The research indicates… Continue reading How Sleep Impacts Dementia Risk
According to new research, repeated exposure to heat waves has an impact on what our biological aging can look like. A team of researchers based out of the University of Hong Kong looked at regular, annual exposure to heat waves and how it impacted people, with a focus on how it ages us. What… Continue reading How Heat Waves Speed Up Aging
We all know that exercise is a good thing. There are multiple benefits to the body and the mind when someone exercises on a regular basis. Endurance sports in particular are beneficial because of the positive impact that they have on cardiovascular health. However, new research points to the mental health benefits that running brings… Continue reading How Running Helps the Brain
Broken heart syndrome is a term that refers to stress-related illness or death that occurs after a major loss or other event. Most notably, it refers to the phenomenon that occurs in older married couples. When one spouse passes away, it is not uncommon for the surviving spouse to pass away shortly after. This… Continue reading What is Broken Heart Syndrome?
New research shows that people that have gone through higher education, like completing a college degree, tend to be at a higher risk for some types of mental decline after suffering from a stroke. Stroke has long been associated with cognitive decline. This makes sense; a stroke occurs when there is aninterruption to the… Continue reading Education and Post-Stroke Risk