After crunching the numbers, the researchers discovered that it usually takes 3.5 years from the first symptoms someone shows ...

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

Receiving a diagnosis like dementia doesn’t happen overnight, but the amount of time it takes to learn what’s really going on has always been a little hazy. Now, new research has pinpointed how long ...

DALLAS — It could be as simple as constantly misplacing keys, or forgetting to pay a bill, or repeating questions over and over. As people age, their memory and cognition tends to take a small hit.

It could be as simple as constantly misplacing keys, or forgetting to pay a bill, or repeating questions over and over. As people age, their memory and cognition tends to take a small hit. But about ...

Superagers” are people over 80 who are unusually resistant to dementia, with memory and thinking abilities that look more ...

As we age, it’s common to notice small lapses in memory, such as forgetting names, misplacing keys, or struggling to recall recent conversations. Many people also find themselves becoming more ...

Q: My grandmother is starting to have some memory loss. How can I tell if this is just normal aging or something more serious like dementia or Alzheimer’s disease? Answer: It is a common myth that ...

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

International study of more than 700 participants suggests intrinsic capacity scores offer better predictions than counting ...

Not talking about observations and concerns about memory loss can mean missing the window for early intervention, writes Dr.