Depression Severity May Increase Risk of Epilepsy
Prior research has found a higher prevalence of depression before and after an epilepsy diagnosis.
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Dementia May Not Be Benefited By Weight Loss Interventions
Dementia may not be preventable by weight loss interventions focused on increased physical activity and portion control.
Sleep Behavior, Irritability May Be an Early Symptom of Alzheimer’s Disease
Neuropsychiatric symptoms, specifically sleep behavior and irritability, may be an early symptom of Alzheimer’s dementia.
Dementia Risk Tied to Autoimmune Disease Hospitalization
People with a history of autoimmune disease-related hospital admission are more likely to develop dementia.
Anxiety, Depression Improved by Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation may help improve measures of quality of life in patients with ALS.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Linked to Gender-Specific Brain Structure
Females may have a higher threshold for ASD symptom development.
Cognitive Impairment Associated With Breast Cancer Treatment
Breast cancer is a frequent diagnosis with improving survival, which highlights the importance of studying cognitive impairment.
How Continuity of Care Affects Hospitalizations, Health Care Costs in Dementia
Analysis of over 1.4 million Medicare beneficiaries found that fragmented care led to an additional $567 million to $1.1 billion in health care spending.
Risk of Developing Huntington Disease Higher Than Previously Thought
The HD-associated CAG repeat with 36 or more repeats was found in 18 individuals.
Telephone-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is Beneficial for Insomnia in Menopause
Telephone-based CBT significantly improves symptoms of insomnia in menopausal women.
