Restless and disturbed sleep is more than just a burden in everyday life – it could also have long-term consequences for brain health. A recent study by a research group from New York investigated the connection between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition characterized by breathing pauses during the night, and the...
Hearing loss is one of the most common health changes in older age. About one in three people over 65 is affected. For several years, researchers have also suspected a link between hearing loss and an increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia. But can hearing aids actually help slow down mental decline...
Online via video conference or in person on-site: How effective are therapeutically supported assistance programs for partners and relatives who care for people with dementia? In a pilot study, Italian researchers achieved positive results. How do you deal with challenging behavior from people with dementia? How extensive is your own knowledge of dementia? Italian...
Those who like ham or bacon, meaning processed red meat, should perhaps pay closer attention to their diet: Researchers from the USA have established a link between dementia and processed red meat. According to a new study, even the daily consumption of small amounts of processed red meat was associated with a higher risk of dementia...
Dutch researchers have addressed two central questions in a major review: What is the remaining life expectancy of a person with dementia from the time of diagnosis, and how much time passes from diagnosis until admission to a nursing home? Once a dementia diagnosis is made, those affected, their caregivers, and...
Smoking, diabetes mellitus, and high blood pressure, for example, are risk factors for dementia that can be influenced. Vision loss is also considered a modifiable risk factor. Researchers from the USA have now discovered: declining vision and eye diseases such as cataracts and myopia are associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's dementia and related...
Blood biomarker tests and cognitive screenings: How are these tests for early dementia detection actually perceived by the public? What experiences have older people had with them? In a US study published in January 2025, researchers uncovered interesting findings. How familiar are US citizens aged 65 to 80 with...
How do loneliness and social isolation affect the life satisfaction of people with dementia and their spouses? And to what extent does loneliness or social isolation influence each other's life satisfaction? A study from Great Britain reports on these experiences. How people with dementia and their caregivers...
Digital technologies have long been widespread and reach a wide variety of user groups. To what extent digital technologies can help prevent social isolation and loneliness in people with dementia is hardly or little researched. We present two studies that shed light on this. The appeal from scientists from Great Britain and…
How can the loneliness of seniors be combated – with scientific evidence? A review by researchers from the USA provides valuable insights for policymakers, among others, so that corresponding programs and support services can be provided flexibly. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the topic of „loneliness among seniors“ received a lot of attention...
