"Our study suggests that identification of neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as depression, anxiety, agitation or delusions, could be crucial to distinguish MCI patients with risk of faster cognitive ...

Results of a long-term, federally funded study of cognitively healthy adults -- most with a family history of Alzheimer's disease -- have added to evidence that low spinal fluid levels of a protein ...

Credit: Getty Images Medicare covers an annual well-check visit that could potentially identify cognitive issues, but only about half of beneficiaries take advantage of them. The Conversation — Mild ...

Mild cognitive impairment—lapses such as missing appointments, losing things, and having trouble finding the words to describe something—affects millions of older adults across the United States. Yet ...

Dementia is a condition of significant concern, affecting over 55 million people all over the world. Research is ongoing about how to address dementia and what risk factors should be the focus of ...

June is brain and Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, a time to focus on our brains’ health. As we age, memory lapses and forgetfulness can raise concerns. When are these more than “senior moments”?

StrongerMemory, a research-backed brain health program, began as a personal mission for Goodwin Living President and CEO Rob Liebreich, whose mother received a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment ...

Pharmacy and supermarket shelves are overflowing with herbal supplements, potions, and pills that make lofty health and wellness promises. Some supplements have proven benefits, others are little more ...

Drug improves memory in patients with mild cognitive impairment, study finds. Jan. 9, 2012— -- The nicotine patch designed to help people quit smoking can also improve memory in older adults with ...