There are simple illnesses and there are complex illnesses. Pneumonia is an example of a simple illness. It usually has one dominant contributor, like the bacteria streptococcus pneumoniae, and...
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Move to Stave Off Cognitive Decline
Numerous studies have shown that physical activity is associated with a lower risk of developing cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease. One of the largest and...
Brain Health and Preventing Dementia
Dementia terrifies us all. No one wants to live through it, and no one wants to see their loved ones live through it. Unfortunately, almost...
What Is a Cognitive Test?
A cognitive test is an assessment of a person’s ability to think and remember, but what exactly does it consist of? Is there just one...
Does Dementia Medication Help with MCI?
After a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), it’s common for people to ask their doctors, “OK, so what drug is going to help me...
What Are Validation and Reminiscence Therapy?
If you have a loved one dealing with MCI or dementia, two types of therapy developed in the second half of the last century may...
Does Cognitive Stimulation Therapy Help with MCI?
Most people diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) are eager to embrace whatever medications, treatments and therapies might help them stave off further decline. MCI,...
How Fast Does Mild Cognitive Impairment Progress?
Getting diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be scary. For many people, the first questions that come to mind are, “How long do I...
Is Mild Cognitive Impairment the Same as Dementia?
Often when people learn that they or a loved one have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment, they assume that this means they have early-stage...
What Is Mild Cognitive Impairment?
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an easily misunderstood term. Often when people hear it, they assume that it’s a general descriptor for minor memory problems....
What Causes Memory Loss and Forgetfulness?
It’s trivia night, it’s your turn, and you’re in luck…You’ve just been asked to name the main character in a classic movie you just watched...
What Is Cognitive Function?
“Cognitive function” is a frequently encountered term in the realm of health and wellness. We may come across it verbatim, as in the example, “After...