Nancy Griffin
Resistance Training Good for the Brain as Well as the Body
Lifting Weights improves brain function, slows down cognitive decline and lessen depressive symptoms. Studies indicate that resistance...
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Nancy Griffin
Apr 62 min read
Interactions with Dogs Relieve Stress and Improve Mental Focus
Research shows playing with and grooming with dogs positively alters brain waves, boosting both relaxation and concentration According to...
Nancy Griffin
Feb 242 min read
Sleep Enhances Complex Memory Integration
Research demonstrates that sleep not only strengthens weak connections between different elements of an event but also fosters new links...
Nancy Griffin
Dec 16, 20233 min read
Vigorous Physical Activity Can Lower Risk of Dementia Deaths
New study show participating in vigorous physical activity reduces Alzheimer’s disease-related death compared to moderate physical...
Nancy Griffin
Dec 16, 20232 min read
Hearing Loss Associated with Subtle Brain Changes
Increased dementia risk associated with hearing impairment may come from compensatory brain changes Hearing loss affects more than 60% of...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20233 min read
Horticultural Therapy Provides Measurable Benefits for Cognitive Impairment
Studies show that the use of plants, horticultural activities, and the natural environment to improve well-being, can reduce apathy and...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Yale Study Shows Positive Age Beliefs Contribute to Recovery from Mild Cognitive Impairment
Findings suggest that age-belief interventions at individual and societal levels could increase the number of people who experience...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20233 min read
Strong Social Network is Crucial for Brain Health
Study shows social isolation can potentially harm brain structure and cognitive performance, suggesting an increased risk of dementia. A...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20234 min read
6 Steps to Better Brain Health
Keeping our brains at their best takes more than just crossword puzzles & cognitive exercises...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Protect Your Brain: Become a Volunteer!
New study finds volunteering in late life may prevent cognitive decline. Volunteering in late life is associated with better cognitive...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20234 min read
Cardiovascular & Dementia Risk Go Hand in Hand
Study Shows Controlling Cardiovascular Risk Factors May Prevent Alzheimer's and Other Dementias. Results from a new study confirm the...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20234 min read
Volunteering, Work, Education and Community Matter Most to Older Adults
McKinsey Health Institute study of those 55+ across 21 countries finds agreement about importance of having purpose, managing stress,...
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