I was reading a government report on aging related statistics, and was intrigued to note that about 15% of men aged 65+ report memory loss compared with only 11% of women of the same age group and the gap widens significantly after the age of 85. So I ponder….why is it that women have [...]
AMERICANS may worry about heart disease, stroke and diabetes, but they downright dread Alzheimer’s disease, a recent survey found. For good reason. One in eight adults over 65 is affected by the disease.
Those who are spared know they may end up with the burden of caring for a parent or a spouse who is affected. [...]
January 1, 2008 – 3:11 pm
I thought to share with you a recent interview with Founder Dr. Bernard Croisile, Neurologist, Neuropsychologist and Happy Neuron’s Chief Scientist, about age related brain decline and what can be done.
As we age, what issues do people most complain about?
When we age, certain cognitive difficulties are usually more annoying than really hindering. These difficulties are [...]
By Laura Fay
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Also posted in Alzheimers, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain exercises, Brain health, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Training, Concentration, Health & Wellness, Mind Fitness, Neurons, Neuropsychology
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December 19, 2007 – 12:06 am
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Learn to recognize bird species by their song. You’ll need to discriminate between images of different species of birds and also between different types of songs. At times, these differences may be subtle, which makes this [...]
December 7, 2007 – 4:02 pm
Young brains are plastic. This means that they can change and reorganize to adapt to deficits. Is it the case for older brains as well? Recent research suggests that the answer is yes!
Dilks, from John Hopkins University, and his colleagues, studied the brain of a stroke patient (B.L.). Behavioral and brain imaging evidence showed that [...]
October 25, 2007 – 3:52 pm
Happy Neuron is proud to be selected, from a pool of 74 amazing entries, as a finalist in a competition entitled Why Games Matter: A Prescription for Improving Health and Health Care facilitated by Changemakers and the prestigious Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
This is a collaborative venture that showcases innovative and creative solutions that merge computer [...]
October 9, 2007 – 12:31 pm
The question often arises whether elderly people who are unfamiliar with computers might become hesitant or discouraged when they attempt to engage in cognitive training exercises. Just the process of mastering computer access, even with just one application, can be a huge confidence building opportunity, which itself boosts brain stimulation.
Although elders may need more time, [...]
September 13, 2007 – 3:14 pm
Late last week, I read an interesting article posted by Mobile Crunch, a blog site focused on trends in the mobile wireless world. They reported on a study by the International Journal of Neuroscience that shares it’s recent finding on a study of 300 mobile phone users and the effects on the brain. [...]
August 3, 2007 – 11:22 am
Brain Activity Reduces risk of Developing Neurodegenerative Diseases
A new study now confirms our beliefs: Train your brain on a regular basis and you should be able to considerably reduce risks to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
In Chicago, a major 5 year project that studied over 700 patients aged 80 and over has just come to an end [...]
By Dr. Michel Noir
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Also posted in Alzheimers, Baby Boomers, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain anatomy and imaging, Brain exercises, Brain games, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Training, Health & Wellness, Lifelong learning, Mind Fitness, Neurons, Neuropsychology, Seniors, Uncategorized
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January 3, 2007 – 3:48 pm
The Alliance for Aging Research is encouraging Americans to boost their brain health.
“There is a lot we can do to keep our brains healthy and potentially prevent or lessen the cognitive decline that often comes with aging,” Daniel Perry, executive director of the nonprofit Alliance for Aging Research”
You can see the full article here