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Old Rats Learn New Tricks, and Rewire the Brain

May 25th, 2012
Rewiring in the Brain Possible Even As We AgeNew research with rats shows that changes in sensory experiences can rewire the brain at any age. The study also ...

Healthy Brain Wiring Preserves Cognitive Skills

May 24th, 2012
Healthy Nerve Connections in Brain Preserve Cognitive SkillsThe benefits of being “well-connected” apply to more than social status and economic success – new study finds that maintaining nerve connections ...

‘Deadly Duo’ Kills Off Brain Cells Marked by Alzheimer’s

May 23rd, 2012
'Deadly Duo' Kills Off Brain Cells Marked by Alzheimer’sWhen brain cells start showing too much of the amyloid protein that is the hallmark of Alzheimer’s ...

Saturated Fats Bad For The Brain

May 19th, 2012
A new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital has found a link between saturated fats and declines in memory and overall cognitive function. The study also found that monounsaturated fat was associated with better overall cognitive function and memory. The research team analyzed data ...

Most Dementia Patients Die at Home, Not in Nursing Home

May 16th, 2012
Most Dementia Patients Die at Home Rather Than in Nursing HomeIndividuals with dementia are more likely to be living at home when they pass away ...

Do Naked Mole Rats Have the Secret to Long Life?

May 11th, 2012
Can Naked Mole Rats Give Us the Secret to Long Life?The typical naked mole rat lives 25 to 30 years, showing little decline in activity, ...

Reducing Specific Brain Activity May Slow Memory Loss

May 11th, 2012
Reducing Brain Activity Improves Memory, May Slow Alzheimer'sA study suggests a potential new therapy for improving memory and interrupting the progression of cognitive impairment that often leads to ...

Increased Risk of Dementia with Mid-, Late-Life Depressive Symptoms

May 9th, 2012
Increased Risk of Dementia with Mid-, Late-Life Depressive SymptomsIndividuals who display depressive symptoms in mid- or late life have an increased risk of dementia, according to ...

Omega-3 Diet May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

May 3rd, 2012
Omega-3 Diet May Lower Alzheimers RiskA diet including chicken, nuts, fish, salad dressing, and other foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids may help to lower the blood level of a ...

Computer Use + Exercise = Keep Your Memory

May 2nd, 2012
Computer Use + Exercise  = Keep Your MemoryA new Mayo Clinic study suggests a combination of mentally stimulating exercises and physical exercise lowers the risk of memory ...
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