middle age

High Stress in Midlife Linked to Dementia in Women (2024 Study)

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Women experiencing midlife stress-related exhaustion have a higher risk of developing dementia at a younger age and exhibit long-term cognitive impairments. Highlights: Higher Dementia Risk: Women with midlife stress-related exhaustion had a nearly threefold increased risk of developing dementia before age 75. Earlier Onset: The average age of dementia onset was younger for women with …

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Dual N-Back Brain Training: No Cognitive Enhancement or Memory Boost in Middle Aged Adults

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A new study published in PLOS One investigated whether adaptive dual n-back working memory training could enhance cognition in healthy adults aged 30-60. The randomized controlled trial found that 5 weeks of daily home-based dual n-back training did not improve working memory, processing speed, or fluid intelligence compared to an active control training program. Key …

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