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Dolphins may suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, say researchers in Scotland

Bottlenose dolphin, a long-finned pilot whale and a third species found to have markers of the degenerative disease

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2022

Stranded dolphins’ brains show common signs of Alzheimer’s disease – study

The findings might help explain why some species get stranded, researchers say.

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022

Dolphins may suffer brain damage similar to Alzheimer’s disease

A new study shows four animals from different dolphin species have some of the brain changes associated with human Alzheimer’s disease

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022

Scientists reveal how to spot signs of dementia nine years before diagnosis

Early intervention could reduce your risk of developing dementia-related disease

The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2022

'Having a chat can be enough to lift the spirits of someone with dementia'

Depression and anxiety are common among dementia patients but talking therapies can reduce suffering, says Miriam Stoppard

Daily Mirror · Dec 15, 2022

How to avoid binge drinking and support sober loved ones during the holidays

Experts say there are ways to help loved ones who don’t drink, like having non-alcoholic drink options at gatherings.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 15, 2022

Scientists reveal how to spot signs of dementia nine years before diagnosis

Early intervention could reduce your risk of developing dementia-related disease

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022

Poll finds youth mental health crisis is not getting better

Almost every administrator in the U.S. is reporting that the mental health challenges in their schools are moderate to severe, with more than half saying these issues have gotten worse or remained the same since last year, according to a new nationwide survey.

Axios · Dec 14, 2022

What is seasonal affective disorder? Symptoms, causes and how to treat it

PHILADELPHIA — With the days getting shorter and colder, some people might want to stay cuddled in bed all day with a book or a TV show. But for others, the change of season could spell a difficult depression.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Dec 14, 2022

Five symptoms of dementia and early warning signs

One in four sufferers commonly go two years undiagnosed, one study claims

The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2022