MindCrowd Blog & Brain Degenerative Diseases

Let’s Stop Age Related Brain Diseases Before they Start

As ethnomusicologist Jennie Gubner, Ph.D. explained in a talk about the power of music in dementia, anyone can benefit from thinking about the relationship between music, culture and wellness. In the context of dementia caregiving, music can promote wellness for both the caregiver and the person living with dementia.

The Power of Music in Dementia Care: Music and Brain Health

Music has the power to transcend time and space and it allows…
03/29/2021/by MindCrowd Team
Sleep and dementia prevention. Dr. Matt Huentelman, Ph.D., on the relationship between sleep and brain diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Find out more about the importance of good long nighttime sleep and brain health.

Sleep and Dementia Prevention: Improving Brain Health

How does poor sleep increase the risk for Alzheimer's? Does…
03/15/2021/by Matt Huentelman, Ph.D.
An early onset Alzheimer's caregiving story as told by Eric García "Uncle SCotchy", son of a Cuban immigrant and a Jewish mother.

A Powerful Early Onset Alzheimer’s Caregiving Story

When Eric’s mom was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s,…
03/01/2021/by MindCrowd Team
Is social isolation affecting our memory and will this damage be reversible? 3 ways to avoid lockdown brain fog.

Lockdown Brain Fog: Social Isolation Effects on Memory

Effects of perceived social isolation on memory. Are we at increased risk of cognitive decline or dementia? How to help our brains relieve lockdown stress.
02/09/2021/by Matt Huentelman, Ph.D.
Leslie Martin highlights the importance for people of color to participate in dementia research.

Alzheimer’s Stories: Interview with Leslie Martin, Author of “Forgotten Tomorrows, Crazy Todays”

Today, we interview Leslie Martin, author of “Forgotten Tomorrows…
02/01/2021/by MindCrowd Team
Is Alzheimer's genetic? Many people get Alzheimer's disease in the absence of any family history. So, it isn't surprising to get Alzheimer's disease with no history of it in your family.

What Causes Alzheimer’s Disease: Know the Risk Factors

We don't know with certainty what causes Alzheimer’s disease.…
01/11/2021/by Matt Huentelman, Ph.D.
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