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Research from the University of Cambridge has found that #autistic people are at an increased risk of developing chronic physical health conditions and physical #cooccurringconditions. Read more about what these conditions are and how they can affect a person with #autism. Medical Xpress #autismresearch #autismsupport #autismawareness

Here are a few NIH provided tips on how to distinguish between normal cognitive decline due to age and dementia. #NIAHealth #dementiaawareness #endalz

What is functional cognitive decline? Functional cognitive decline is when a person reports having memory or thinking problems but usually without the physical issues seen in other dementias. It's a new term and can range from mild memory concerns to more serious dementia. When we say subjective cognitive decline, we mean someone who feels like they're having memory problems but hasn't been diagnosed with anything yet. Tune in and learn ▶ Functional Cognitive Disorder vs Alzheimer’s: Key Differences Explained. https://lnkd.in/erTwh3TR #thisisgettingold #melissabphd #health #healthcare #BrainHealth #CognitiveDisorder #AlzheimersAwareness #MemoryCare #DementiaResearch #FunctionalCognitiveDisorder #MentalHealth #NeurodegenerativeDiseases #AgingWell #HealthEducation

We have launched the Cognitive Health Assessment over the weekend. This is a non for profit collaborative program between the Brain & Cognition Clinic and Alzheimer's Research Australia which is a early screening program for the community. The following stats are sobering: 1. More than 1.6 million people in Australia are involved in the care of someone living with dementia.   2. Two in Three people with dementia are thought to be living in the community.   3. More than two-thirds (68.1%) of aged care residents have moderate to severe cognitive impairment. The information and registration to make a difference for yourself and your family and friends is here:  https://lnkd.in/gFR7yeDR #dementia #alzheimer's #brain #cognition #earlydetection #earlyprevention #earlyintervention #clinicalapplication #cognitivetraining #cognitiverehabilitation

Interesting article which defies the assumption that half of children will be autistic by 2050. Neurodivergency is a different way of thinking to what is considered to be 'neurotypical'..This type of thinking is as valuable in the workplace and beneficial to organizations! #embraceneurodivergency #inclusivedesign

Did you know that almost 70% of Alzheimer’s sufferers are women? This December 2nd, the SNI Team is celebrating the 5th annual Women’s Brain Health Day. #WBHD is an opportunity to recognize that many brain disorders disproportionately affect women, and to advocate for the inclusion of sex and gender in brain research. 🧠 💗 Check out our blog to learn about the 6 pillars that the Women's Brain Health Initiative identified to cumulatively reduce risk of cognitive impairment and mental decline. #WinterWellness https://bit.ly/4a0hsfU

There are many misconceptions and myths around how to diagnose and improve cognitive health. Here are some facts about what a neuropsychological evaluation can and can’t do! https://lnkd.in/gP6YaD52 #MeetMinder #neuropsych #myths #cognitive #telehealth #Alzheimers #dementia #tbi #stroke #autism #assessment

Socializing may improve older adults' cognitive function in daily life. Older adults who interacted more frequently with people they were close to performed better on cognitive tests than those who interacted less frequently with close partners. This 2021 study from Penn State adds to the research! Socializing for our seniors is so important! https://lnkd.in/gVKqJT3p.

In a world where memories are our most cherished treasures, understanding Alzheimer’s is more important than ever. This complex disease affects approximately 500,000 Canadians — 72 percent of these cases are women. Stay tuned this month we unravel the facts, debunk myths, and explore the power of prevention with Dr. Taylor Green in our quest for a world without Alzheimer's. Comment 🧠 below if you are ready to learn with us this month. Have a specific Alzheimer’s question? Drop it below and we will answer it for you. Book now: 〰️ (604) 738-1012 Ext 1 〰️ www.integrative.ca #integrativenmc #naturopathicmedicine #alzheimers #alzheimersawareness #endalz #alzheimersawarenessmonth #dementia #brainhealth #cognition #mentalhealth #mindfulness #womenandalzheimers

Did you know that 12-18% of people who are aged 60 and older have mild cognitive impairment? Read this article for the 3 types of cognitive decline associated with aging, along with strategies to manage them. https://hubs.la/Q02mWszR0 #Cognitive #CognitiveDecline #Alzheimer #Dementia #Aging #Memory