Reserchers report that cognitive stimulation and personal relationships can protect against dementia, but stress can undermine that protection. Sources of stress may include acting as a caregiver as ...

Great news for nature lovers and city dwellers alike: A new study suggests that surrounding yourself with greenery could help keep your mind sharp as you age, according to News-Medical.net. The best ...

Dr. Petersen answers the question: 'Cognitive Impairment And Dementia Risk? May 4, 2009 -- Question: If I have mild cognitive impairment, does that mean I'm going to develop dementia or Alzheimer's ...

An analysis of the Health and Retirement Study data found that individuals who had a stronger sense of purpose in life at the ...

Men and postmenopausal women with chronic kidney disease may have a greater risk for cognitive impairment, according to data ...

While cerebral palsy may or may not directly affect someone’s cognition, that doesn’t mean it can’t affect their mental health. Cerebral palsy is a brain condition that a doctor typically diagnoses ...

June 21, 2012 — Middle-aged male smokers are more likely to have a faster decline in aspects of cognitive function, new research shows. Results from the Whitehall II study, a large cohort of British ...