The Unforgettable Chorus in New York is using music to help people with memory loss reconnect with family, friends and themselves. Since 2011, the choir has been a beacon of hope, offering a space where those living with dementia can sing, participate and be part of a community. Johny Fernandez reports from New York City. … Read more
College pianist plays for seniors with Alzheimer’s – CBS News Watch CBS News College sophomore Grace Sun uses her free time to play piano for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. It started during the pandemic, when she would play virtually for her isolated grandmother. Now, more than 100 musicians have joined the movement. Carter … Read more
Warning: This story contains references to suicide and suicidal ideation. SINGAPORE: Dementia is often associated with old age, but for some, the disease strikes much earlier than expected. For Alison Lim, a fomer corporate executive in the hospitality sector, the diagnosis of primary progressive aphasia – a rare type of dementia – came in her … Read more
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Some 2.3 million of U.S. adults over 65 – more than 4 per cent – have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in. And whether it’s due to fear of cognitive decline or noticing lapses in cognition when we are stressed, … Read more
A DESPERATE search is underway for an elderly man who has dementia as his family are “extremely worried”. Alexander Marshall, 75, vanished three days ago and police are urgently appealing to the public for help. 2 Alexander Marshall has been missing since WednesdayCredit: Police Scotland 2 Fears are growing for the vulnerable pensioner who has … Read more
 "Excessive screen time can cause ‘digital dementia’. What is this condition? – Firstpost")
In a world where digital screens are an ever-present part of our daily routine, from smartphones to laptops, the allure of constant connectivity is hard to resist. Yet, lurking behind these glowing screens is a new and alarming condition—‘Digital Dementia.’ An umbrella term originally associated with cognitive decline in the elderly, dementia is now a term … Read more
Dementia expert and former president of the American Neuropsychiatric Association Dr. Richard Restak recommends that people should stop drinking entirely once they reach the age of 65 to lower their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In his book, “The Complete Guide to Memory: The Science of Strengthening Your Mind,” he describes alcohol as a weak … Read more
NEW DELHI: Loneliness is a major risk factor that increases the risk of dementia by over 30 per cent, regardless of age or gender, a review of 21 long-term studies involving over six lakh participants worldwide has found. Loneliness, which involves one feeling dissatisfied with their social relationships, was also linked with symptoms preceding the … Read more
Matt Seidholz, a freelance healthcare content writer and journalist from Brooklyn, experienced the devastating impact of foreclosure firsthand when his family lost their home. This traumatic event motivated him to make a wise financial decision that many young people often neglect—purchasing life insurance. While life insurance may not be a top priority for some until … Read more
If you’re gearing up for an exam, interview, driving test or any other high-pressure situation where you need to be at your best, there’s one food that experts recommend you consume beforehand. While bananas might be the first thing that springs to mind, research suggests another fruit could significantly boost your brain power. Sweet-toothed Brits … Read more
