Science has extensively investigated how air pollutants affect cognitive functions, changes in brain structure, and the occurrence of dementia. However, the body of research is not always clear, and the findings are often contradictory. Four publications offer clear statements. For example, researchers from Canada examined the connection between air pollution and…
Environmental factors play a significant role in dementia diseases. Researchers from Canada and the USA have identified nine environmental factors in a current review study that increase the risk for Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and other forms of dementia, as well as mild cognitive impairment (MCI). According to the World Health Organization (WHO), environmental risk factors can be defined as external physical, chemical, biological, and...
Acquiring knowledge, early detection of dementia, improving quality of life: With the new offering, the digiDEM Bayern Demenzbibliothek® (Dementia Library®), a comprehensive and freely accessible knowledge portal is now available. It provides well-founded, scientifically validated, and generally understandable information on the topic of dementia to a broad audience. The goal of the new offering from digiDEM Bayern...
Neuropsychiatric disorders, such as severe depression and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), frequently manifest cognitive symptoms – for example, difficulty concentrating and problems planning or organizing daily activities. As a result, those affected experience increased distress and a reduced quality of life. Furthermore, the symptoms can...
Hausärztliche Versorgung, hauswirtschaftliche Hilfen oder die Inanspruchnahme einer Tagespflege: Lässt das Gedächtnis nach oder fällt zuhause die Orientierung immer schwerer, steigt der Bedarf an Unterstützung, um die Aufgaben des täglichen Lebens wie etwa Einkaufen oder Körperpflege zu meistern. Menschen mit leichten kognitiven Beeinträchtigungen nutzen dabei ambulante Unterstützungsangebote seltener als Menschen, …
If memory declines in older adults, it can significantly impair their daily lives and quality of life. Researchers from China have therefore addressed an important question regarding this issue: To what extent is computer-based cognitive training (CCT) effective in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and...
Scientists from Canada and the US demonstrated how the physical well-being of people with dementia and people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be improved with the help of technology. Among other things, they identified the various types of interventions from technology-based group exercises for people with dementia or MCI and…
The risk of developing Alzheimer's dementia is higher for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). But to what extent is it possible to predict the progression to Alzheimer's dementia at all? Why can this be an important factor? An accurate prediction could help doctors in their decision-making regarding treatment of...
Echte Hilfe für Betroffene oder medialer Hype – was können wir von den neuen Medikamenten zur Behandlung der Alzheimer-Erkrankung wirklich erwarten? Weltweit führen Fachexperten kontroverse Diskussionen über die sogenannten monoklonalen Antikörper, die für die Behandlung von leichten kognitiven Beeinträchtigungen und Alzheimer-Demenz vorgesehen sind. Mit den Fakten aus der Forschung werden …
Norwegian researchers have investigated the link between age at menopause, age at first menstruation, and the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia. Dementia affects women more often than men worldwide. Therefore, experts increasingly recognize that dementia prevention is a central priority for global...
