Dementia / Alzheimer's

It seems that almost every day brings a new story about Alzheimer’s: the latest drug failure, the newest research findings, the predicted explosion of new cases. In fact, progress is being made to determine causes, define symptoms and develop approaches for combatting this dreaded disease. Here are some recent updates…

Everyone has an occasional day or two where they feel sad or down. But for the millions of older adults dealing with depression, those distressing feelings can be long-lasting, life-limiting and even life-threatening. Depression is not a natural aspect of aging, yet it can be a common occurrence and it’s…

As they say, necessity is the mother of invention. For James Ashwell, the founder of Unforgettable, it was the death of his father, and dementia diagnosis of his mother, that led him to create his unique website. On Unforgettable,  you will find virtually any type of assistance you can imagine…

Is the glass half full or half empty? Well, how you respond to this question could indicate whether you are at risk for dementia. Researchers at Yale University recently published a study in the science journal PLOS ONE that found that older people with a positive attitude toward aging have a…

Did you hear them? The sirens were blasting this week with yet another study that confirms what we already know: for many of us, our diet could be a significant factor in our future cognitive decline. The latest research? In a longitudinal study published in Diabetologia, scientists followed over 5000 patients for…

Receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be devastating. Realizing that there are few, if any, effective treatments on the market only adds to the devastation. And while research continues, it’s clear the pharmaceutical industry is still struggling to come up with options. Just this week Pfizer announced they are giving up…