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Early detection is key to better care and outcomes when it comes to dementia. Proud to see Dr. Brook Johnson, one of our talented neurologists at Endeavor Health featured in this article about an often-overlooked early sign of dementia. 🧠 #EndeavorHealth #HealthTips

Early detection is key to better care and outcomes when it comes to dementia. Proud to see Dr. Brook Johnson, one of our talented neurologists at Endeavor Health featured in this article about an often-overlooked early sign of dementia. 🧠 #EndeavorHealth #HealthTips

Our very own neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Brooke Johnson, is featured in Parade magazine, sharing insights on "The Unexpected Early Dementia Sign You Might Miss". We’re so proud to see Dr. Johnson’s expertise spotlighted, helping raise awareness about crucial early warning signs of dementia. Check out the article and stay informed! https://lnkd.in/eBkeNH2P #ExpertCare #NeuroOphthalmology #IntentMedicalGroup #ParadeMagazine"

#DYK Eye health is closely linked to brain health? 👁️🧠 A new study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found 1 in 5 dementia cases could be connected to vision impairment. This research emphasizes the importance of prioritizing both vision and cognitive health as we age. Taking care of your eyes could help reduce the risk of dementia and support overall brain wellness. Read more in Senior Housing News: https://bit.ly/3XkD29y #BrainHealth #VisionCare #DementiaPrevention #CognitiveHealth #HealthyAging #WorldAlzheimersMonth #TimeToActOnDementia #TimeToActOnAlzheimers

There is a lot of evidence correlating #vision loss with #dementia. Is it cause and effect, and in which direction? The research was based on 8,623 healthy people in Norfolk, England, who were followed up for many years. By the end of the study, 537 participants had developed dementia, so we could see what factors might have preceded this diagnosis. For the test, subjects had to press a button as soon as they saw a triangle forming in a field of moving dots. People who would develop dementia were much slower to see this triangle on the screen than people who would remain without dementia. There are several aspects of visual processing that are affected in #Alzheimer's disease, such as the ability to see #outlines of objects (contrast sensitivity) and to discern between certain #colours (the ability to see the blue-green #spectrum is affected early in dementia), and these can affect people's lives without them being immediately aware it. Another early sign of Alzheimer's is a deficit in the "inhibitory control" of eye movements, where distracting stimuli seem to hold attention more readily. People with Alzheimer's seem to have an issue ignoring #distracting #stimuli, which may show up as eye-movement-control issues. If dementia makes it harder to avoid distracting stimuli, then these problems could increase the risk of driving accidents – something we are currently investigating at Loughborough University. There is evidence which suggests that people with dementia tend to process new people's #faces inefficiently. In other words, they don't follow the usual pattern of scanning the face of the person they are talking to. In healthy people, this would be from eyes to nose to mouth. We do this to "imprint" the face and remember it for later. People can sometimes sense when the person they are talking to does not do this. Having had good education provides brain reserve capacity so that when connections in the brain are damaged, the negative result is less. The researchers also discovered that those who read more are at lower risk of dementia. Is there a functional benefit of reading that has been overlooked? The eyes continue to provide interesting insights. Be sure to protect them and keep those prescriptions up to date. https://lnkd.in/eXeDHJ6y

How the 'Big 5' Personality Traits Influence Dementia Risk “Pooling data from eight different studies involving over 44,000 people, University of California, Davis and Northwestern University investigators homed in on the so-called ‘Big Five’ personality traits and their relationship to cognitive decline.” For example, as people grow older, conscientiousness plays a stronger preventative trait against dementia. Those “who consistently demonstrate thoughtful behaviors, like being organized, responsible, and diligent, might be better equipped to stave off dementia in their golden years.” https://lnkd.in/gEryQJP9 https://lnkd.in/gEryQJP9

What are the Causes of Dementia? Dementia, an intricate cognitive condition prevalent in aging populations, demands a profound comprehension of its origins, symptoms, and potential preventive,…Read more on the following link https://lnkd.in/enScnzPz

Dementia is a devastating diagnosis. However, doctors are finding new early signs to look for. If diagnosed early, dementia can be managed more effectively. Take a look at this article to learn about early signs of dementia. https://lnkd.in/eBkeNH2P #dementia #dementiasymptoms

In our latest #FaceDementia post, Meredith Gresham explores how keeping your mind active may help to reduce the risk of dementia. https://lnkd.in/g2M6rqch #DementiaAwareness #brainhealth #brainhealthmatters

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