Degenerative nerve diseases like Alzheimer's disease and dementia progressively impair cognitive function and daily activities. Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia, leads to memory loss, disorientation, and changes in behavior. It's characterized by the accumulation of beta-amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain, disrupting neural communication and causing neuronal death over time.
Dementia, a broader term, encompasses various conditions marked by cognitive decline affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning. These diseases, often irreversible, not only affect individuals but also strain caregivers and healthcare systems. Early diagnosis can help manage symptoms and plan for future care, although no cure currently exists. Ongoing research aims to understand the underlying mechanisms better and develop effective treatments to alleviate symptoms and potentially slow disease progression.
Title : Make a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Dementia UK, United Kingdom
Title : Imaging brain clearance in Alzheimer’s disease
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University , United States
Title : Neuromodulation of scalp electroacupuncture in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neuroimaging-based evaluation of scalp acupuncture for neural repair and reorganization in children with cerebral palsy
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neurophysiological change and cognitive response to levetiracetam in Alzheimer disease: Testing the missing mechanistic link
Christopher Hubler, Emergent Neural Systems Institute for Research, United States
Title : Healthcare professionals in Somaliland had low levels of knowledge and attitudes towards dementia care: A pilot survey
Mohamed Abdilahi Duale, Frantz Fanon University, Somalia