Loss of brain function, often associated with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, manifests as a progressive decline in cognitive abilities such as memory, reasoning, and judgment. Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, is characterized by the accumulation of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain, leading to the death of nerve cells and the breakdown of neural networks essential for thinking and memory.
Symptoms vary but commonly include forgetfulness, disorientation, language problems, and mood swings. As the condition advances, individuals may struggle with daily tasks and eventually lose the ability to recognize loved ones. While treatments can temporarily alleviate symptoms, there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting the urgent need for continued research into prevention and effective therapies. Managing the care of those affected requires patience, understanding, and support from caregivers and healthcare professionals to maintain quality of life for as long as possible.
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