What is separation anxiety in individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia and some tips and strategies to manage it? Reluctance and fear of being separated from the individual's primary caregiver, or ...

Past research has linked certain mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, to an increased risk for dementia. A new study has found that people who have multiple mental health ...

But lifestyle changes can significantly reduce your risk.

Discovering whether the brain carries early signs of Alzheimer’s doesn’t necessarily spark fear or sadness—in fact, people often feel less anxious after learning their results. But there’s a catch: ...

When I co-invented the first PET (positron emission tomography) scan to visualize brain amyloid and tau—the physical evidence of Alzheimer’s disease—I did not foresee the distressing mental impact ...

A scientific review paper warns that people need to find ways to reduce chronic stress and anxiety in their lives or they may be at increased risk for developing depression and even dementia. Led by ...

A Chicago woman uses a creative way to help her mother suffering from Alzheimer’s when they’re out and about around the city.

Dr. Valeria Serban is a board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience, offering telepsychiatry in Naperville, IL, and expert online psychiatric care across Illinois. Licensed in 18 states, ...

In June 2025, an elderly woman with dementia went missing in a forested area in Natuna, Indonesia, while tending to her ...

At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Tombot unveiled Jennie, a lifelike robotic puppy. Unlike other gadgets, Jennie is an emotional support companion specifically designed for seniors suffering from dementia and ...