New research suggests that a person's overall physical and mental abilities, known as intrinsic capacity, may help predict ...

New research reveals memory loss with age follows a curved pattern, linked to widespread brain shrinkage rather than a single ...

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A massive international brain study has revealed that memory decline with age isn’t driven by a single brain region or gene, ...

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“It’s a common notion that only people with memory problems can be diagnosed with dementia, but behavioral changes or ...

The brain seeks novelty. Passive tasks can lead to skill decline. Challenging the brain with new learning, like a new ...

Memory loss with age isn’t always gradual. For some, it suddenly accelerates, leaving people alarmed at how quickly their ...

Brits plagued by forgetfulness are being told to get their vitamin levels checked, as running low on a crucial nutrient can ...

At present, specialized outpatient services for cognitive disorders remain concentrated in hospitals, and community-based ...

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Drug improves memory in patients with mild cognitive impairment, study finds. Jan. 9, 2012— -- The nicotine patch designed to help people quit smoking can also improve memory in older adults with ...