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Understanding Undue Influence

Why Are Lottery Scams So Powerful?

By Stacey Wood, Ph.D. on January 23, 2019 in The Fraud Crisis

A new conceptual approach to understanding scam victims and power dynamics.

A new conceptual approach to understanding scam victims and power dynamics.

Don’t Call Your Mom—Video Chat Instead

By Susan McQuillan M.S., RDN on December 21, 2018 in Cravings

New research shows that face-to-face communication can go a long way toward staving off depression in older people.

New research shows that face-to-face communication can go a long way toward staving off depression in older people.

Fading Light: The Fight Against Depression

By Greg O'Brien on December 20, 2018 in On Pluto

The hope, the gift that keeps on giving, is gut faith, courage, and perseverance, along with shared holiday empathy to connect with those in need.

The hope, the gift that keeps on giving, is gut faith, courage, and perseverance, along with shared holiday empathy to connect with those in need.

8 Principles for Communicating with People with Dementia

By Andrew E. Budson M.D. on November 19, 2018 in Managing Your Memory

Learning how to best communicate with those who have cognitive impairment can help prevent irritability, agitation, and aggression.

Learning how to best communicate with those who have cognitive impairment can help prevent irritability, agitation, and aggression.

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The Comforts of Home

By Tia Powell MD on November 14, 2018 in Dementia Reimagined

What would it take to help more people with dementia live safely in their homes?

What would it take to help more people with dementia live safely in their homes?

“Keep Asking Questions"

By Greg O'Brien on October 31, 2018 in On Pluto

If there were ever a bipartisan cause to unite in a day of polarization, hatred, and violence beyond measure, it is Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

If there were ever a bipartisan cause to unite in a day of polarization, hatred, and violence beyond measure, it is Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Shaking Down Grandma

By Tia Powell MD on October 16, 2018 in Dementia Reimagined

Financial abuse of elders is common and growing, especially among those with cognitive deficits—and most comes from family and other trusted people.

Financial abuse of elders is common and growing, especially among those with cognitive deficits—and most comes from family and other trusted people.

Why Some People Rally for One Last Goodbye Before Death

By Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on October 10, 2018 in Understanding Grief

Why do some people suddenly appear to get better in the final hours of life?

Why do some people suddenly appear to get better in the final hours of life?

A Scan to Measure Your "Brain Age"? Buyer Beware

By Seth J. Gillihan Ph.D. on October 10, 2018 in Think, Act, Be

A new study of over 60,000 brain scans claims that neuroimaging can measure "brain age." Here's why we should question that conclusion.

A new study of over 60,000 brain scans claims that neuroimaging can measure "brain age." Here's why we should question that conclusion.

Is It Normal Aging or Alzheimer's?

By Dianne Grande Ph.D. on August 26, 2018 in In It Together

Are you wondering if your forgetfulness is normal? Here are 10 early signs that it might be Alzheimer's.

Are you wondering if your forgetfulness is normal? Here are 10 early signs that it might be Alzheimer's.

Drinking Too Much—or Not at All—May Be Linked to Dementia

By Devon Frye on August 07, 2018 in Brainstorm

A study showing an link between midlife alcohol consumption and dementia should be interpreted cautiously, experts say.

A study showing an link between midlife alcohol consumption and dementia should be interpreted cautiously, experts say.

Redefining Love and Courage In Times of Duress

By Greg O'Brien on July 02, 2018 in On Pluto

Perhaps Ken didn’t see it coming last week as he passed away after a valiant, bruising battle against Alzheimer’s at age 52. Alzheimer's doesn’t respect demographics of any sort.

Perhaps Ken didn’t see it coming last week as he passed away after a valiant, bruising battle against Alzheimer’s at age 52. Alzheimer's doesn’t respect demographics of any sort.

Why It Pays Brain Dividends to Stay Fit in Middle Age

By David DiSalvo on June 30, 2018 in Neuronarrative

Getting to the gym in middle age can pay brain-protecting dividends later, suggests recent research.

Getting to the gym in middle age can pay brain-protecting dividends later, suggests recent research.

The Psychology and Philosophy of Memory

By Neel Burton M.D. on June 22, 2018 in Hide and Seek

And 10 ways to improve your memory.

And 10 ways to improve your memory.

The New Therapy Animal in the Fight Against Loneliness

By Guy Winch Ph.D. on June 11, 2018 in The Squeaky Wheel

An animal doesn't have to be warm and fuzzy to make us feel warm and fuzzy.

An animal doesn't have to be warm and fuzzy to make us feel warm and fuzzy.

Better Brain Health: A Priority for Women

By Michelle Braun Ph.D., ABPP-CN on May 13, 2018 in High Octane Brain

Women have twice the rate of Alzheimer's as men, but powerful new research provides insights about enhancing women's brain health.

Women have twice the rate of Alzheimer's as men, but powerful new research provides insights about enhancing women's brain health.

Which Diet Is Healthiest for the Brain?

By Georgia Ede MD on April 24, 2018 in Diagnosis: Diet

What is it about popular modern diets that may be driving our descent in to madness?

What is it about popular modern diets that may be driving our descent in to madness?

Is Depression a Risk Factor for Dementia?

By Eugene Rubin M.D., Ph.D. on April 23, 2018 in Demystifying Psychiatry

A study that evaluated thousands of participants over several decades concluded that depressions occurring during middle age do not lead to dementia.

A study that evaluated thousands of participants over several decades concluded that depressions occurring during middle age do not lead to dementia.

Do Smoothies Make You Sharper or Is It Just Juicy Gossip?

By Georgia Ede MD on April 06, 2018 in Diagnosis: Diet

Don't drink the Kool-Aid: Your daily fruit smoothie could be working against your brain.

Don't drink the Kool-Aid: Your daily fruit smoothie could be working against your brain.

Treatment of the Psychotic Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

By Eugene Rubin M.D., Ph.D. on April 04, 2018 in Demystifying Psychiatry

Psychotic symptoms increase in frequency and severity as Parkinson’s disease progresses. Non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments can be helpful.

Psychotic symptoms increase in frequency and severity as Parkinson’s disease progresses. Non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments can be helpful.

Why Doesn’t Grandma Understand Me?

By Andrew E. Budson M.D. on April 01, 2018 in Managing Your Memory

When an older adult doesn’t understand you, it’s usually due to a hearing problem. Sometimes, however, it can be due to comprehension difficulties.

When an older adult doesn’t understand you, it’s usually due to a hearing problem. Sometimes, however, it can be due to comprehension difficulties.

Why Self-Control Fails in Dementia

By Andrew E. Budson M.D. on February 04, 2018 in Managing Your Memory

From former NFL players who have developed Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy to your grandmother with Alzheimer's, why do patients with dementia do inappropriate things?

From former NFL players who have developed Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy to your grandmother with Alzheimer's, why do patients with dementia do inappropriate things?

Dementia Is Not a Diagnosis

By Andrew E. Budson M.D. on January 28, 2018 in Managing Your Memory

Before working to care for or treat someone with dementia, make sure you know what the correct diagnosis is.

Before working to care for or treat someone with dementia, make sure you know what the correct diagnosis is.

Top Ten Tips for a Healthier Brain in 2018

By Georgia Ede MD on December 31, 2017 in Diagnosis: Diet

Which dietary changes are really worth making when it comes to brain health? Simple, science-based advice that really works.

Which dietary changes are really worth making when it comes to brain health? Simple, science-based advice that really works.

New Evidence Finds Dementia Treatments Fall Short

By The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on December 22, 2017 in Evidence-Based Living

The body of evidence on dementia treatments concludes no current treatments work.

The body of evidence on dementia treatments concludes no current treatments work.

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