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How to train your brain to prevent dementia

Athletes train to improve their performance. Train professionals to achieve success in their field. Now researchers are investigating ways we can train our brains to prevent dementia. This timely investigation is important because the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease increases as baby boomers age. There are 6.5 million Americans with Alzheimer’s disease today and that is …

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Social isolation raises your risk of dementia by 26% and shrinks your brain

The study found that social isolation is directly linked to later dementia. Social isolation was found to be an independent risk factor for dementia. According to the research, social isolation is a clear risk factor for dementia, as it is directly linked to changes in the areas of the brain responsible for memory. Researchers from …

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