Tau Protein in Alzheimer’s Disease:

Tau protein is a crucial player in the structure and function of neurons, helping maintain cellular integrity and enabling efficient communication across cells. In Alzheimer's disease, however, tau's role changes, contributing to neurodegeneration and cognitive decline. This blog delves into tau protein’s function, its role in Alzheimer’s pathology, and the [...]

Understanding Lewy Body Dementia: Symptoms, Causes, and Care

Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a complex and often misunderstood form of dementia. Although less well-known than Alzheimer's disease, LBD is the second most common type of dementia, affecting over 1.4 million people in the United States alone. This condition can have significant impacts on memory, cognition, movement, and mood, [...]

Understanding Vascular Dementia: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

Vascular dementia is the second most common form of dementia after Alzheimer's disease. Unlike other dementias that are mainly caused by the gradual death of brain cells, vascular dementia results from reduced blood flow to the brain, often following a stroke or series of small strokes. This condition affects cognitive [...]

What is Frontotemporal Dementia? A Guide to Understanding FTD

Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is a group of brain disorders that primarily affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, which are responsible for behavior, personality, language, and emotion. Unlike Alzheimer's, which typically affects older adults, FTD commonly appears between ages 40 and 65 and accounts for around 10-20% of [...]

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Dementia: A Simple Guide

Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Dementia Dementia refers to a collection of cognitive impairments that include memory, thinking, and reasoning. As dementia progresses, it affects the person's daily life, emotions, and sense of self. Although medication is often applied in order to try to manage symptoms, there is increasing [...]