Medication that slows progression of dementia may also reverse injury that causes cerebral palsy in preterm infants (scientificamerican.com)
The findings, while new among TBI investigators, mirror those in Alzheimer's disease research, in which higher educational attainment — believed to be an indicator of a more active, or more effective, use of the brain's «muscles» and therefore its cognitive reserve — has been linked to slower progression of dementia. (sciencedaily.com)
Decreased brain volume is tied to poorer cognitive function, says lead researcher Jeffrey M. Burns, MD, so staying active may translate into better cognitive performance and a slower progression of dementia. (health.com)