Dementia / Alzheimer's

We usually associate smoking marijuana with an altered state of mind and even forgetfulness. But what if, in fact, it could have the opposite affect? A recent study by researchers at the University of Bonn are shining a new light on the benefits of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis)…

You may know her as the writer who penned the best selling novel, Still Alice, about a Harvard linguist who develops Alzheimer’s at a young age, and for which actress Julianne Moore won the Academy Award in the movie version of the novel. However, Lisa Genova, the writer of this novel,…

We all know that our voices tend to go high and our language becomes “sing-songy” when we talk to babies. But did you know that a similar behavior often happens when we speak to seniors, especially those who are cognitively impaired? Such language is known as “elderspeak,” which includes slow…

As the day draws to a close, and the sun begins to set, it’s not uncommon for many of us to begin to feel tired. But for certain seniors, fatigue at the end of the day is just one aspect of a larger set of symptoms collectively known as “sundowning.”…

Whether you’re a professional, family member or patient, anyone dealing with Alzheimer’s is always on a quest to learn more: best strategies, latest research updates, info on costs and caregiving and networks to provide emotional support. The internet can be a source of great ideas, if you know where to…

Do you enjoy your morning cup of tea? Or perhaps the several cups of tea you drink throughout the day? New research from Singapore suggests that you’re not only quenching your thirst, you may also be protecting your brain. Published in the Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging, this new study…