During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by neuropsychologist April Krowelas “a constellation of symptoms rooted in confusion ...

New products are being developed in an attempt to reduce loneliness and bolster cognition. By Dana G. Smith When Frank Poulsen, 72, first started talking to the artificial intelligence companion Sunny ...

Social frailty—the fraying of close relationships and community ties—is a strong predictor of dementia risk. Could AI companions help revitalize social interactions?

Dementia can lead to challenges with communication. It’s understandable to feel frustrated, but maintaining respect is crucial. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about ...

Johnson, chair of Emory University Family and Preventive Medicine, is the program co-director of the Emory University Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program. My cousin and I were signing my aunt out ...

Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...

Every year in clinics across the country, thousands of people are asked to draw the face of a clock, repeat lists of words and complete seemingly simple tasks. Many leave with life-changing news: They ...