Brain Health / Cognition

It’s all too frequent that older people who become confused, disoriented or have a fluctuating mental state are assumed to just be experiencing symptoms of “aging.” But these symptoms could actually indicate delirium, a serious and often undiagnosed affliction that seniors can experience after surgery or more generally during hospitalization….

We’ve all had this experience: we can’t remember a phone number or name, even as we can recount what our birthday party was like when we were five years old. Long term memories are fine, but if you can’t remember the little details necessary to get you through the day,…

Regular vision and hearing check-ups should be part of everyone’s strategy for healthy aging. As Jane Brody recently reminded us in The New York Times, there’s a connection between poor vision or hearing and cognitive decline, so keeping on top of problems as they arise becomes essential. For some seniors, however,…

There’s no doubt that as we age, walking is an essential way to keep us active and moving, which are important activities for healthy aging. But did you know that the way you walk could indicate some health concerns that may afflict you in the future? For example, a recent…

While we know generally that exercise is a critical activity for healthier aging, the question remains whether specific forms of exercise have special benefits for seniors. In a new study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, researchers have determined that dancing can have considerable positive impact on your aging brain,…

As we age, many of us feel the effects of cognitive changes in our brains: we may struggle to remember a name, forget where we put our glasses or perhaps get more rigid in our thinking. All of us could use a little more focus and flexibility, and for some, mindfulness…