A large, long-term study found that playing a brain training video game may help protect the brain against dementia for ...

The research found some older adults who completed specific cognitive exercises, called speed training, lowered their risk of developing dementia by 25%. Scientists put participants through the speed ...

A 20-year study found brain games that boost speed and split attention helped prevent Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Dementia is a growing concern for many, especially as we age. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent it, research suggests that keeping your mind active can help reduce the risk. Engaging in ...

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Here’s what the experts found over a 20-year period.

Researchers tracked more than 2,800 older adults for 20 years to assess whether brain-training exercises could lower the risk of dementia.

Dementia looms as a concern for many as they age, impacting memory and cognitive abilities. Its unpredictability underscores the importance of proactive steps to preserve mental acuity. While a ...