A growing body of research now points to a handful of ordinary habits that could push back the onset of Alzheimer’s disease by as many as five years. Dining out with friends, volunteering at a local ...

The hours you spend tracing countries on a globe or puzzling over a chessboard may add up to more than idle time. According to a new study, such mentally stimulating pursuits are linked to years-long ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Alzheimer’s is one of the most feared age-related diseases, but the encouraging news is that lifestyle plays a powerful role in ...

I often write about the importance of helping keep our loved ones active and engaged. Many stimulating activities can help enrich their lives, leading to a better sense of purpose, improved interest, ...

The hours you spend tracing countries on a globe or puzzling over a chessboard may add up to more than idle time. According to a new study, such mentally stimulating pursuits are linked to years-long ...

Intellectually engaging and stimulating activities like reading, writing, and learning new languages are linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment in later life. The ...

Can hobbies beat genetics? New research shows that a variety of midlife activities like music and travel provide more ...

DEMENTIA OR ALZHEIMER’S, IT CAN LEAD TO MAJOR CHANGES IN THEIR LIFE. ONE HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR IS WORKING TO MAKE THAT DIAGNOSIS A LITTLE EASIER. SHE’S MADE IT HER PROJECT AS SHE PURSUES A GOLD AWARD FOR ...