Posts Tagged ‘Alzheimers-Foundation-of-America’
Cars don’t work because they don’t fly
Study Questions Effectiveness Of $80 Million Per Year ‘Brain Exercise Products Industry for Elderly (Science Daily) — “There is much research on the benefits of cognitive rehabilitation strategies among elderly who already experience mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or Alzheimer’s disease, as well as on the positive impact of physical exercise. The researchers, however, wanted to evaluate…
Read MoreBrain Fitness Update: Best of 2008
Dear reader and member of SharpBrains’ community, We want to thank you for your attention and support in 2008, and wish you a Happy, Prosperous, Healthy and Positive 2009! Below you have the December edition of our monthly newsletter. Enjoy: Best of 2008 Announcing the SharpBrains Most Important Book of 2008: Neuroscientist Torkel Klingberg has written a very…
Read MoreEncephalon #61: Brain & Mind Reading for the Holidays
Welcome to the 61st edition of Encephalon, the blog carnival that offers some of the best neuroscience and psychology blog posts every other week. We do have an excellent set of articles today. covering much ground. Enjoy the reading: — Neuroscience and Society Neuroanthropology, by Greg Downey The Flynn Effect: Troubles with Intelligence Average IQ test…
Read MoreCognitive screenings and Alzheimer’s Disease
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America just released a thoughtful report advocating for widespread cognitive screenings after the age of 65 (55 given the right conditions). According to the press release, — “The report shatters unsubstantiated criticism and instead emphasizes the safety and cost-effectiveness of these tools and calls on Congress to develop a national dementia…
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