Since 1994, German long-term care insurance has covered some of the risks associated with requiring care. A comprehensive reform in 2016 fundamentally changed the definition of requiring care: Since then, in addition to physical limitations, mental and psychological impairments of independence have been equally considered when assessing care needs. This is particularly relevant for people with dementia and their...
After decades of stagnating research, there's renewed momentum: new monoclonal antibodies against amyloid deposits, such as Lecanemab or Donanemab, are directly targeting the disease mechanisms of Alzheimer's dementia for the first time. Previous medications could only alleviate symptoms, but not slow the progression of the disease. How promising are the new drugs – and…
Hitzewallungen, Schlafstörungen, Stimmungsschwankungen – die Lebensphase der Wechseljahre kann bei Frauen verschiedene körperliche und mentale Veränderungen hervorrufen. Auch die Gedächtnisleistung und andere kognitive Fähigkeiten wie Konzentration und Aufmerksamkeit können in dieser Lebensphase durch hormonelle Veränderungen beeinflusst werden. Um die verschiedenen Beschwerden der Wechseljahre zu mindern, kann eine menopausale Hormonersatztherapie in …
Eine Studie aus den USA, Deutschland und Japan förderte interessante Erkenntnisse zutage: Die Forschenden haben Hinweise darauf entdeckt, dass Neugier sich mit zunehmendem Alter verändern kann. Neugier kann dabei ein Vorhersagefaktor für erfolgreiches Altern sein. Seit Jahrhunderten ergründen Psychologen und Philosophen das „Konstrukt Neugier“. „Sie ist eine motivierende Kraft, die uns dazu …
Is forgetfulness in old age normal? Or is it a sign of dementia? In conjunction with the 5th Bavarian Dementia Week, taking place from September 20th to September 29th, 2024, digiDEM Bayern is once again drawing attention to the increasingly important topic of early dementia detection. Around Dementia Week, the scientists at digiDEM Bayern have organized a total of 17 dementia screening days...
Alongside hearing loss, high blood pressure, and diabetes, social isolation in older adults is one of the modifiable risk factors that can contribute to the development of dementia. An interdisciplinary research team from Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) has now investigated the connection between social isolation and cognitive impairment. The results show: people with cognitive impairments have a high...
Alongside hearing loss, high blood pressure, and diabetes, social isolation in older adults is one of the modifiable risk factors that can contribute to the development of dementia. An interdisciplinary research team from Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) has now investigated the connection between social isolation and cognitive impairment. The results show: people with cognitive impairments have a high...
Eine Studie über Demenzdiagnostik in Schweden kommt zu einem überraschenden Ergebnis. Menschen mit Demenz, die auf dem Land leben, werden häufiger vollständig diagnostisch untersucht als Patient*innen in der Stadt und in mittelgroßen Gemeinden. Das im Jahr 2007 ins Leben gerufene Schwedische Demenzregister (SveDem) verfolgt das Ziel, Menschen mit Demenz ab …
People with dementia in rural areas prefer to visit a general practitioner's office. In contrast, people with dementia living in urban areas more frequently consult medical specialists in the fields of neurology or neuropsychiatry. This was the conclusion reached by researchers at the University of Bremen who analyzed the healthcare utilization of 1.7 million individuals with statutory health insurance. In our...
Even small children learn how important thorough and regular brushing is. However, good oral hygiene contributes not only to sparkling white teeth and fresh breath. There are some scientific studies that have identified insufficient oral hygiene and untreated dental diseases as risk factors for the development of dementia. This is because inflammation in the...
