Stay Motivated When things get tough or when procrastination hits you hard, it’s difficult to push through and carry out the task at hand. This is a time when you need motivation. The Guardian spoke with 17 experts who shared tips on staying motivated when facing challenges. Use Your Imagination During a strenuous workout, Diana … Continue reading “Stay Motivated”
Category: Brain Health
Everyday Behaviors That Neurologists Avoid for Long-Term Brain Health
Everyday Behaviors That Neurologists Avoid for Long-Term Brain Health Neurologists and neuropsychologists routinely care for patients with brain injuries and chronic neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease and dementia. So, it’s no surprise that keeping their own brains functioning well is a top priority for them. But these specialists know that maintaining their brain health is … Continue reading “Everyday Behaviors That Neurologists Avoid for Long-Term Brain Health”
New Alzheimer’s Warning Sign Discovered by Scientists—and It Has to Do With Your Sleep
New Alzheimer’s Warning Sign Discovered by Scientists—and It Has to Do With Your Sleep Despite years of research, scientists are still trying to understand why some people develop Alzheimer’s disease while others do not. Now, new evidence indicates that our sleep patterns—particularly how quickly we enter Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep—could be a key piece … Continue reading “New Alzheimer’s Warning Sign Discovered by Scientists—and It Has to Do With Your Sleep”
Alzheimer’s Blood Test Could ‘Revolutionize’ Diagnosis And Other Info
Alzheimer’s Blood Test Could ‘Revolutionize’ Diagnosis And Other Info Researchers in the United Kingdom want to revolutionize the way Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed by using a blood test that detects the harmful proteins associated with the condition. Professors at the University College London (UCL) launched a clinical trial to investigate whether a blood test that … Continue reading “Alzheimer’s Blood Test Could ‘Revolutionize’ Diagnosis And Other Info”
Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment
Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment Sumitomo Pharma announced that it is seeking approval for a potentially groundbreaking Parkinson’s disease treatment that transplants lab-grown stem cells into the brains of individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The Japan-based pharmaceutical company reported promising results in clinical trials of a stem cell therapy called … Continue reading “Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment”
I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple
I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple Older adults have many concerns, but one of the most important is staying mentally active and engaged as they age. For seniors seeking to maintain good brain health, Anthony Fredericks is more than willing … Continue reading “I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple”
Alzheimer’s Patients Linked to Greater Cognitive and Mood Improvements Due to Antidepressant Vortioxetine
Alzheimer’s Patients Linked to Greater Cognitive and Mood Improvements Due to Antidepressant Vortioxetine Studies on an antidepressant medication that primarily treats major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults showed mixed results in people with Alzheimer’s disease who also experience depressive symptoms. Vortioxetine has been shown in some clinical trials to reduce depressive orders and improve mood … Continue reading “Alzheimer’s Patients Linked to Greater Cognitive and Mood Improvements Due to Antidepressant Vortioxetine”
Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease May Reveal Lithium as Potential Key, Research Shows
Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease May Reveal Lithium as Potential Key, Research Shows A team of Harvard Medical School (HMS) researchers says they have found a way to reverse Alzheimer’s disease and restore brain function by using low doses of lithium. After nearly a decade of investigation, the Harvard scientists discovered that the depletion of lithium plays … Continue reading “Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease May Reveal Lithium as Potential Key, Research Shows”
What Are The Biggest Challenges, Problems, and Concerns Facing Seniors Today?
What Are The Biggest Challenges, Problems, and Concerns Facing Seniors Today? Across the country, adults aged 65 and older are either looking forward to retirement or are already retired and living life on their own terms. Although older adults may have plans on how they want to enjoy life, they are also facing unexpected challenges that demand … Continue reading “What Are The Biggest Challenges, Problems, and Concerns Facing Seniors Today?”
Alzheimer’s Treatments: What’s Coming?
Alzheimer’s Treatments: What’s Coming? Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most dreaded and devastating illnesses worldwide. Not only does the neurodegenerative disorder affect individuals diagnosed with the disease, but it also impacts their family members who care for them, sometimes with assistance from a caregiver. More than seven million Americans 65 and older are living … Continue reading “Alzheimer’s Treatments: What’s Coming?”