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The holidays are always hectic, but if you’re caring for a parent or a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia, it’s likely you’re dealing with added layers of stress. Unhappy emotions — anger, guilt, sadness — may bubble to the surface at a time when it seems as if everyone

Researchers may have figured out a way to overcome a key barrier in treating Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published recently in the journal Science Translational Medicine. Neurological diseases have always proved difficult to treat because the brain has a network of blood vessels—called blood-brain barrier (BBB)—which protects the

“Plaques and tangles in the brain cause Alzheimer’s disease” – until now, that’s been the dominant working theory among Alzheimer’s researchers. But new research suggests that just one of those two, tangles caused by the buildup of the protein tau, is the real culprit behind the cognitive impairment and other

Reported cases of people living with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. Researchers continue to make advances in the fight against the disease, but a cure still has not been found. However, a new breakthrough could be a major game changer. Dr. Rudolph Tanzi and

Recent estimates show that Alzheimer’s disease might be the third leading cause of death in the United States. As the American population ages, cases of Alzheimer’s disease is expected to rise significantly in the coming years. Researchers more than ever are actively seeking ways in which to reverse the symptoms

MRI technology has been used for decades to diagnose various ailments, diseases, sprains and breaks. For the first time, scientists believe they can now diagnose Alzheimer’s disease through a simple MRI. The report was recently published in the journal, Radiology. This breakthrough uses no radiation or contrast agent and appears

Earlier this year, the Alzheimer’s Association came out with their latest facts and figures report. In that report, statistics show that women are at a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in their lifetime. Now a study just published on the online version of the journal Neurology claims that

At one time or another, we have all forgotten where our keys are, where we put something, or simply forget something we previously might have remembered. This was always chalked up to forgetfulness and a sign of aging. However, new research just published indicates that people who are forgetting things

As reported cases of Alzheimer’s disease continue to rise in the United States, researchers seek new avenues in which to study the disease and its effects. Researchers have been particularly interested in blood testing as certain blood types appear to be more predisposed to the disease. According to a new

Millions of Americans turn to sleeping pills or some sort of sedative to help them get better sleep each evening. In addition, 11 percent of middle-aged women across the country take anti-anxiety medication. New research published last week shows a correlation between taking sleeping pills and anti-anxiety medication to having

Earlier this year, the Alzheimer’s Association released their latest facts and figures. In that report, one of the most startling takeaways was that women were at a substantially higher risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, almost two-thirds of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease are women. Researchers continue to search

Through various studies we’ve learned that depression is a serious symptom for those living with Alzheimer’s disease as well as for their caregivers.  Researchers continue to seek new ways to lessen the many symptoms associated with the disease.  A new study just released shows that training in mindfulness — learning

Research into Alzheimer’s disease continues to show that improved health habits and exercise can help lessen the chances of getting the disease. New research published in the journal, Neurology, reports that older adults who are severely deficient in vitamin D may be more than twice as likely to develop dementia

Could one 40-year-old-man lead to a breakthrough in Alzheimer’s disease research? Researchers are greatly interested in learning more about this particular gentleman and the rare condition that he has. This condition involves the lack of protein called apolipoprotein E gene (apoE4). Experts know that a mutation of this particular gene

Often we are reminded of the challenges faced by those living with Alzheimer’s disease, those that are caring for someone living with the disease and of the significant increases in people diagnosed with the disease.  However, doctors are beginning to see signs that optimistically indicate that significant treatment options, or

There are many symptoms a person lives with once they are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia.  Some of the hallmark symptoms of the disease are agitation, anxiousness, and restlessness.  Researchers continue to search for solutions on how to calm each of these symptoms.  A new study recently released showed that

Caregivers play one of the most essential roles after a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.  Far too often these caregivers are overstressed, lacking sleep while attempting to juggle multiple life challenges.  However, recent progress has been made in taking care of the caretakers. A program was developed