https://dragontomato.com/tags/alzheimers/ Recent content in Alzheimer's on DragonTomato Hugo en-us Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://dragontomato.com/posts/brain-training-dementia-prevention/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://dragontomato.com/posts/brain-training-dementia-prevention/ Recent research has revealed that engaging in a specific type of brain training can reduce the risk of dementia by up to 25% for individuals over 65. This groundbreaking study highlights the effectiveness of an interactive computerized game that challenges players to recognize images in increasingly rapid sequences, rather than traditional memory or problem-solving tasks. The game, which involves identifying vehicles in various settings while managing distractions, emphasizes divided attentiona skill that seems to be crucial for cognitive health. https://dragontomato.com/posts/promising-study-brain-game-dementia-risk/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://dragontomato.com/posts/promising-study-brain-game-dementia-risk/ A groundbreaking study has revealed that a specific type of brain training can significantly lower the risk of developing Alzheimers and other forms of dementia. Published in the journal Alzheimers & Dementia, this 20-year research project found that older adults who engaged in 14 to 22 hours of targeted brain exercises experienced a 25% reduction in their risk of diagnosis. Dr. Michael Alosco from Boston Medical Center emphasized the importance of these findings during a recent interview.