Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Dementia often begins with subtle changes that can be easy to dismiss as normal aging, but certain patterns should not be ignored. One of the most common early warning signs is persistent memory loss—especially forgetting recently learned information, important dates, or repeatedly asking for the same details. While occasional forgetfulness happens to everyone, consistent difficulty…

Diet plays a meaningful role in brain health, and growing research suggests that what older adults eat may influence their risk of developing dementia. Diets high in processed foods, added sugars, and saturated fats have been linked to inflammation and vascular problems, both of which can negatively affect the brain over time. In contrast, eating patterns…

Noticing occasional forgetfulness in older adults can be a normal part of aging, but there are times when memory changes may signal something more serious. It’s important to pay attention to patterns and progression. Misplacing items or forgetting names occasionally is common; however, consistently forgetting recently learned information, repeating the same questions, or struggling to…

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a group of brain disorders caused by progressive damage to the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain—areas responsible for personality, behavior, language, and decision-making. Unlike Alzheimer’s disease, which primarily affects memory in its early stages, FTD often begins with noticeable changes in behavior, judgment, or speech. It typically appears at…