Conversion From Sleep Disorder to Neurodegeneration Studied
Predictors of neurodegeneration from idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD) have been identified.
Neurocognitive Disorders
Efficacy of Cannabinoids for Agitation, Aggression in Alzheimer Disease Inconclusive
The efficacy of cannabinoids on agitation and aggression in patients with Alzheimer disease remains inconclusive, but there might be a benefit with synthetic cannabinoids.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Effective in Treating Depression in Patients With Parkinson Disease
Cognitive behavioral therapy may improve a diverse array of depressive symptoms in patients with Parkinson disease.
What Responsibility Do Physicians Have in Confronting Pseudomedicine?
Pseudomedicine products aimed at treating dementia and cognitive performance have increased in prevalence in recent years.
Dementia Prevalence Higher in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Patients with ankylosing spondylitis showed a significantly higher prevalence of overall dementia and Alzheimer dementia.
Tau PET May Be Best to Detect Early Cognitive Changes in Alzheimer Disease
Researchers analyzed the cross-sectional relationships among regional tau, β-amyloid, and cortical thickness and neuropsychological function in Alzheimer disease.
Psychotherapy Associated With Reduced Frequency of Nonepileptic Seizures
Findings showed an association between adherence with psychotherapy and ≥50% reduction in psychogenic nonepileptic seizures frequency at 12 to 24 months of follow-up.
Higher Triglycerides May Be Protective in the Very Elderly
Higher triglycerides are associated with a decreased risk of cognitive decline.
Study Looks at Pathology of CTE in American Football Players
Over time, reported cognitive, behavioral, mood, and motor symptoms were often associated with football players diagnosed with CTE.
Midlife Cognitive, Physical Activity May Cut Dementia Risk
Midlife cognitive and physical activity is associated with a reduced risk for dementia.
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