Diabetes mellitus acts as a context-dependent modifier of risk and phenotype in neurological disorders
Diabetes May Influence Risk and Progress of Neurological Disorders
This narrative review synthesizes evidence regarding the role of diabetes mellitus (DM) as a disease modifier across various neurological co…
New research suggests that diabetes can change how certain neurological conditions progress, potentially opening doors for new treatment opt…
Ligustilide shows neuroprotective effects across multiple CNS disorders in preclinical models
Ligustilide Shows Potential for Treating Various Brain Disorders
This systematic review of 55 original studies evaluates the neuroprotective potential of ligustilide (LIG) in various neurological condition…
Early research on the compound ligustilide shows potential to protect brain cells from damage caused by stroke, dementia, and other neurolog…
Systematic review finds inflammatory markers elevated in Alzheimer's disease compared to healthy controls across 41 studies
Inflammatory markers linked to Alzheimer's and other dementia types
This systematic review and meta-analysis examined 41 eligible studies involving healthy controls and patients with various dementia subtypes…
A large review found that people with Alzheimer's and other dementias show higher inflammation than healthy people, though more research is …
Meta-analysis suggests high BMI causally increases vascular-related dementia risk via blood pressure mediation
Higher body weight linked to increased risk of vascular dementia
This Mendelian randomization meta-analysis evaluates the causal link between high body mass index and vascular-related dementia. The analysi…
A large genetic study shows that a higher body mass index (BMI) raises the risk of vascular-related dementia. High blood pressure plays a ke…
Bayesian network meta-analysis evaluates antidiabetic medications and dementia risk in 4,382,897 patients
Could diabetes drugs lower dementia risk, or raise it for some patients?
This Bayesian network meta-analysis synthesized data from 28 articles involving 4,382,897 patients to assess antidiabetic drugs and dementia…
Insulin and metformin cut dementia risk, but DPP4 inhibitors may double Alzheimer's risk compared to SGLT2 drugs in diabetes patients.
Mini-review synthesizes dementia risk and cognitive trajectories in individuals with schizophrenia
Do people with schizophrenia face a higher risk of dementia, and what does that mean for their care?
This mini-review examines the relationship between schizophrenia and dementia, covering Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and other fo…
People with schizophrenia face a two- to threefold higher risk of dementia, but it's not a direct path to Alzheimer's—brain development, agi…
Body weight variability associated with increased dementia risk in meta-analysis of cohort studies
Large weight fluctuations linked to higher dementia risk in research review
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 16 cohort studies found that highest levels of body weight fluctuation were associated with increas…
Large swings in body weight are linked to a higher risk of dementia, including Alzheimer's and vascular types, but not general cognitive dec…
Research across Dementia
Related studies from across the Dementia family.
Pain assessment guidelines for cognitively impaired older adults lack practical detail
Pain guidelines for dementia patients lack practical advice
This scoping review mapped pain assessment guidelines for hospitalized older adults with cognitive impairment. No Australian guidelines were…
A review finds most pain assessment guidelines for older adults with dementia offer little practical help for hospital staff.
Network meta-analysis protocol aims to rank structured exercise interventions for fall prevention in dementia
Exercise Programs May Help Prevent Falls in Seniors with Dementia
This is a protocol for a systematic review and network meta-analysis regarding structured exercise interventions for older adults with mild …
A planned review aims to determine which types of structured exercise best help older adults with memory loss stay safe and avoid falling.
Multidomain lifestyle interventions provide small but statistically significant benefits for global cognition scores
Multidomain lifestyle changes may help slow signs of dementia
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials involving 23209 participants found that multidomain lifestyle interventions (three or mor…
Combining multiple lifestyle habits like diet and exercise can lead to small but steady improvements in brain health for those at risk of de…
TBP expansion in SCA17 can cause dementia-like symptoms and requires etiological reconsideration
New Diagnosis for Dementia Patients with Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 17
This case report and focused literature review describes a patient with SCA17 presenting as dementia, highlighting the need for genetic test…
A new look at dementia cases may reveal an underlying genetic condition called spinocerebellar ataxia type 17.
Adaptive immune signatures and T cell infiltration characterize pathology in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Lewy Body dementia
Adaptive Immune Signatures Linked to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease
This mini review synthesizes evidence regarding adaptive immune remodeling and T cell responses in neurodegenerative dementias. The authors …
New research highlights how specific immune cell activity may play a role in the progression of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Lewy body deme…
The osteoimmune-brain axis links systemic inflammation and bone hormones to neurodegenerative pathology
Immune system may link bone health and brain disease
This systematic review examines the role of the osteoimmune-brain axis, where the immune system mediates skeletal and cerebral pathology thr…
A new look at the body's immune system suggests a link between bone health and conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia.
Rapid advancements in imaging and blood-based biomarkers are transforming the diagnosis and management of ADRD
New guidelines help doctors tell delirium from dementia
This clinical guideline provides a narrative review on the evolving diagnostic and treatment landscape for Alzheimer's disease and related d…
Delirium is acute and fluctuating; dementia is chronic. New guidelines help doctors tell them apart.
Extended occupational therapy showed no significant improvement in behavioral symptoms for dementia patients
Extended occupational therapy shows no added benefit for dementia
This randomized controlled trial evaluated community-dwelling adults with mild-to-moderate dementia in France. Participants received occupat…
Adding four more months of occupational therapy did not improve behavioral symptoms in people with mild-to-moderate dementia, compared to st…
GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce cognitive decline in type 2 diabetes patients with dementia
GLP-1 drugs may slow cognitive decline in type 2 diabetes
A systematic review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses found that GLP-1 receptor agonists are associated with reduced overall cognitive…
A review of reviews suggests GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may help protect memory and thinking in people with type 2 diabetes.
SLE linked to 53% higher odds of cognitive impairment in meta-analysis of 7 million
Lupus linked to higher risk of cognitive decline
This meta-analysis of 7 observational studies involving over 7 million participants found that systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is signifi…
People with lupus may face 53% higher odds of cognitive impairment, a large analysis finds.
Dog-assisted therapy significantly improves behavioral symptoms in dementia patients compared to routine care in a systematic review
Dog-assisted therapy improves behavior in dementia patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 10 randomized controlled trials evaluated dog-assisted therapy for patients with dementia. The p…
A meta-analysis suggests dog-assisted therapy may reduce behavioral symptoms in dementia patients, though evidence remains weak due to study…
Higher EAT-Lancet diet adherence linked to lower risks of depression, anxiety, stroke, and dementia in observational cohorts
Eating healthy plant foods may lower risk of depression, anxiety, stroke, and dementia in older adults
This systematic review and meta-analysis examined associations between adherence to the EAT-Lancet diet and neuropsychiatric disorders acros…
A review of many studies found that following a plant-based diet like EAT-Lancet was linked to lower chances of depression, anxiety, stroke,…
Questions about Vascular Dementia
Is there a link between schizophrenia and the development of vascular dementia?
People with schizophrenia have a two- to threefold higher risk of developing dementia, including vascular dementia, due to shared biological factors and medical burdens.
Full answer →How do antidiabetic drugs affect dementia risk in patients with diabetes?
Research shows that insulin, metformin, and pioglitazone lower dementia risk compared to placebo, while DPP4 inhibitors may increase vascular dementia risk compared to SGLT2 inhibitors.
Full answer →Does having schizophrenia increase my chances of getting vascular dementia later?
Having schizophrenia increases your risk of developing dementia later in life by about two to three times, and this higher risk includes a specific increase in vascular dementia.
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