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How to Care for a Loved One with Dementia

The AHA! Team — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:37:37 +0000

University of Miami via Newswise – More than 11 million Americans are tasked with the responsibility of taking care of someone with cognitive decline. A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias (ADRD) for an aging loved one can be devastating for a family. In 2023, it was estimated that 6.7 million Americans of all ages had the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. More than 11 million people care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and about 80 percent of those patients are cared for in the home. Dr. Elizabeth Crocco is a geriatric psychiatrist and the medical director of the Memory Disorders Clinic Center for Cognitive Neuroscience and Aging at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Over the course of her career, she has seen thousands of patients and their families. She reports that for some families, the diagnosis of ADRD can be helpful because it ultimately can explain that the illness is not just due to normal aging. For others, a diagnosis can be scary. “It can be frightening because they know that it is irreversible and that it progresses,” she said. “The idea that the person will lose part of who they are, not just cognitively, but part of their essential personality, brings up a lot of feelings.” Cognitive impairment is the hallmark feature of ADRD, but these illnesses can also have behavioral changes. These include agitation, irritability, depression, and anxiety. It is important for care providers to learn how to handle these situations while also maintaining their own mental health, she said. In her clinic, Crocco and her team work with care providers so that they understand the condition and can better manage its symptoms. This includes how to communicate with the loved one. “The memory issue is not the only problem that is making one’s loved one suffer, and a family member can have a difficult time,” she said. “It is the psychiatric and behavioral symptoms that are often the most difficult to deal with: depression, anxiety, anger issues, agitation, along with resistance to care and help.” Medications, of course, can help, but effective and consistent caregiving is paramount in coping with a patient with ADRD. Crocco offered some helpful tips that can make taking care of an individual with ADRD easier: Establish a routine Consistency is key. Chaotic home situations are not kind to people with cognitive impairment. Traveling is a change of routine that can lead to more behavioral problems and confusion. If they resist a task, try not to force them to do it. Wait an hour or more as their attitude may change later. Keep calm Keeping calm and composed is important when dealing with a loved one with ADRD. Also, remember that your reality might not be theirs, and you need to be respectful. Crocco’s mother had dementia. She tells this story: “One time I was at my mother’s house, and I had left a piece of pizza on the stove. My mother began screaming and cursing because there was a piece of pizza on the stove, and it upset her. I took the pizza off the stove, washed the area down, and I said: ‘I am so sorry, Mom, that I upset you.’ She calmed down immediately.” Sundowning It can happen earlier than expected, in the late afternoon. During this time, for both biological and situational reasons, an ADRD individual may become more confused, disoriented, agitated, and paranoid, as well as anxious and fearful. It is important for loved ones to predict patterns to minimize problems behaviorally without always opting for medications. Therapeutic fibbing Cognitive decline often leaves the person with memories of the past. If a loved one has forgotten that someone is deceased, they may repeatedly ask about them. At times, it might be better to let them believe that they are still alive. “What is the alternative?” asked Crocco. “Letting them relive the death over and over again?” Often arguing with a loved one with Alzheimer’s is a losing proposition and only leads to agitation and discord. “You argue and you lose,” said Crocco. Use music and pets Often introducing preferred music from the loved ones’ era can assist in preventing behavioral problems and be very entertaining and enjoyable. Bringing in pets for ADRD individuals to interact with can also assist. It is well known that having animal or pet interactions can lower ones’ stress level as well as blood pressure, said Crocco. Seek help An adult day care center is a good alternative to help a care provider with the help of a loved one with ADRD, said Crocco. Besides providing social interaction and dementia care during the day, it also affords the caretaker time to work or rest, said Crocco. Learn more about the Memory Disorders Clinic at the University of Miami Health System. To read the original article click here.

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Combat Cognitive Decline and Grow New Brain Cells with an Intriguing Mineral

The AHA! Team — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 08:50:37 +0000

Lori Alton via NaturalHealth365 – At its mildest – which may involve occasional “blanking” on names or temporarily misplacing car keys – it causes embarrassment, annoyance, or minor inconvenience. At its worst, it is debilitating, jeopardizing the ability to read, write, and talk and threatening one’s ability to live independently. We are speaking, of course, of cognitive decline. Sometimes called cognitive impairment, this age-related condition is characterized by a decrease in the ability to learn, remember, and concentrate. There is currently no cure for cognitive decline, and ongoing research focuses on therapies and treatments intended to alleviate it or slow its progress. Recent research has illuminated the ability of selenium, an essential trace mineral, to help maintain healthy cognitive function – and potentially combat cognitive impairment. What functions does selenium perform in the body? Selenium is an important constituent of selenoproteins, a group of compounds needed for antioxidant defense, DNA synthesis, and thyroid hormone metabolism. (In fact, glutathione, the body’s “master” antioxidant and neutralizer of toxins, is one of the primary selenoproteins). Because selenium combats oxidative damage and inflammation in the brain, it is believed to play an important role in protecting brain health. And this mineral may even take the protection of cognitive function to the “next level.” In recent studies, it has been found to promote neurogenesis – the formation of new brain cells – in the hippocampus, an area of the brain linked with learning and memory. Warning: Low levels are linked to neurodegenerative conditions Like so many health-sustaining compounds, selenium is normally present in good supply in young people but becomes scarcer with age. Researchers have observed that the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease rises as selenium levels fall. In a 2023 meta-analysis published in Nutrients, the authors concluded that people with neurodegenerative diseases have lower levels. These shortfalls can have grave consequences. For example, preliminary studies have suggested that selenium deficiency causes brain inflammation. Conversely, animal studies have shown that increasing intake can reduce the accumulation of harmful tau and beta-amyloid proteins linked with Alzheimer’s disease. The “million-dollar question:” Can selenium improve age-related cognitive decline? Research has yielded encouraging results. Preliminary studies have shown that treating cultured brain cells with selenium led to increases in proliferation and signs of neurogenesis. A separate study showed that adding supplementary selenium directly to the drinking water of elderly mice caused significant improvements in learning and memory. Clearly, cell and animal studies offer valuable data on the potential of this micronutrient. But what about human studies? In a study published in 2023 in the Journal of Cardiac Failure involving patients with congestive heart failure, participants with higher levels of selenoproteins (which, in turn, indicate selenium levels) performed better on global cognitive tests than those with lower levels. This seemed to echo the findings of an earlier study published in Epidemiology that showed better cognitive performance among older adults with increased levels of selenium. Another study published in the European Journal of Nutrition showed that supplementing with a single selenium-packed Brazil nut improved verbal fluency and mental function in patients with mild cognitive impairment. However, other research has shown mixed results, and more studies are needed. It’s worth noting that selenium can also promote heart health and discourage atherosclerosis. A review involving over 433,000 participants with coronary heart disease showed that supplementation decreased levels of inflammatory C-reactive protein while increasing levels of glutathione. How much is too much? While serious selenium deficiencies are uncommon in the United States, holistic practitioners note that inadequate intake can occur in vegetarians, vegans, and others who consume little meat and seafood. Consuming food grown in soil with low selenium levels can also cause shortfalls. The Office of Dietary Supplements recommends 55 micrograms of selenium daily for adults. You can increase your intake by eating oysters, poultry, beef, cold-water fatty fish, and eggs. However, the undisputed “heavyweight” of selenium content is the Brazil nut, with a single ounce (six or seven nuts) delivering a whopping 544 micrograms. Incidentally, there is such a thing as “too much selenium.” Symptoms of excessive intake include skin rash, nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, and irritability. Acute selenium toxicity, a more serious condition, can lead to tremors, acute respiratory distress syndrome, organ failure, and even death. The Food and Nutrition Board has established a daily upper limit for selenium (from food and supplements combined) of 400 mcg for adults. (Caution – Brazil nuts could cause toxicity if consumed in excessive amounts. A mere half dozen Brazil nuts, in one sitting, could exceed the tolerable upper limit for the day. Limiting yourself to no more than 3 of these tasty, nutritious nuts a day allows you to rack up healthy levels of this essential trace mineral without risk of toxicity.) Selenium is available as a supplement, with typical amounts ranging from 50 to 400 micrograms a day. However, consult with your holistic doctor before supplementing. Remember: Other steps to protect cognitive function include proper nutrition, staying physically and mentally active, and maintaining a healthy social network. The latest research suggests that selenium may help you retain sharp mental function while safeguarding your priceless memories well into old age. It’s certainly wise to ensure you have adequate amounts of this valuable micronutrient. Sources for this article include: NIH.gov LifeExtension.com NIH.gov OfficeofDietarySupplements.gov NIH.gov NIH.gov Springer.com VeryWellHealth.com To read the original article click here.

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The Cognitive Side Effects of Radiation Treatment

AHA Publisher — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:00:52 +0000

Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc. via News-Medical – Although radiation treatment is one of the primary methods to treat both brain tumors and brain metastases, it can be associated with several adverse effects that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. Introduction Many different types of cancer will often be treated with therapeutic ionizing irradiation. When used to treat benign and malignant conditions in the brain, cranial radiation therapy (CRT) is often used for both curative and palliative purposes. Regardless of where the radiation treatment is localized, nervous system injury can occur through several mechanisms. For example, irradiation treatment that damages blood vessels that supply the brain or endocrine organs with oxygen can cause secondary neurological effects. Similarly, CRT can directly damage normal neurological structures adjacent to the benign or malignant tissue of interest. Several factors can determine the damage caused by radiation treatment to the nervous system. These include the total radiation dose and dose per fraction delivered to the nervous system, the total volume of the nervous system that was irradiated, if any, the amount of time that has passed since the radiation was completed, and whether the patient has any comorbidities that might increase the intensity of radiation side effects, such as diabetes or hypertension. Acute and Early Delayed Damage Several different types of radiation can be used in the clinical setting, including photons, electrons, protons, and other particle-based radiation. Typically, CRT will be delivered in either X-rays or gamma rays, both photons, through external sources like teletherapy or directly into the tissue of interest through implanted or injectable radioisotopes. Primary neurologic damage that is caused by radiation can be classified according to the time between after the radiation treatment was administered and when the patient began to experience symptoms related to this damage. Acute neurologic damage after radiation, which typically arises within minutes to days after the radiation treatment, is often associated with a rise in intracranial pressure, likely due to acute vasogenic edema. These patients can experience a wide range of symptoms, including nausea, headache, vomiting, somnolence, fever, and worsening neurologic symptoms. However, acute encephalopathy due to radiation treatment will rarely cause cerebral herniation or death. Comparatively, early delayed neurologic damage after CRT, which typically takes several weeks to months for symptoms to develop, is often due to demyelination of surrounding structures. Some possible symptoms of this type of neurologic damage can include headache, lethargy, and worsening of lateralizing signs. Late Delayed Damage The third type of neurologic damage that can occur following CRT is referred to as late delayed damage, which may not cause symptoms to appear for several months or even years after the radiation treatment. Late delayed neurologic damage to the brain can include radiation necrosis (RN), stroke-like migraine attacks after radiation therapy (SMART syndrome), and cerebral atrophy. RN is estimated to occur between 5% and 25% of CRT patients; however, the true incidence of this condition has not been fully established. Several possible mechanisms have been proposed to be responsible for RN. These include disruption to the blood-brain barrier that increases brain permeability, or the CRT directly damages glial cells. Some common symptoms that patients with RN may experience include headaches, nausea, cognitive impairment, seizures, or focal deficits related to the location of their irradiated tumor. SMART syndrome is considered a rare complication of CRT that can occur between one and ten years after treatment. Some characteristic symptoms of SMART syndrome include migraine-like headaches associated with transient neurologic signs that may or may not be accompanied by seizures. Cerebral atrophy typically only arises after whole-brain irradiation, rather than more localized CRT treatments like gamma-knife. Although patients with cerebral atrophy may not report any symptoms at all, others may experience memory loss that can be severe in some cases. References Kaley, T. J., & Deangelis, L. M. (2021). Chapter 28 – Neurologic Complications of Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy. In: Aminoff’s Neurology and General Medicine; 521-537. https://www.clinicalkey.com/#!/content/book/3-s2.0-B9780128193068000289. Tanguturi, S. K., & Alexander, B. M. (2018). Neurologic Complications of Radiation Therapy. Neurologic Clinics 36(3); 599-625. doi:10.1016/j.ncl.2018.04.012. Vellayappan, B., Tan, C. L., Yong, C., et al. (2018). Diagnosis and Management of Radiation Necrosis in Patients With Brain Metastases. Frontiers in Oncology 8(395). doi:10.3389/fonc.2018.00395. To read the original article click here.

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Feeling Happy About Life Reduces the Odds of Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults

AHA Publisher — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000

University of Michigan via News-Medical – Feeling happy about life slowed the cognitive decline among older adults in China, a new 12-year study suggests. Researchers found that the odds of developing cognitive impairment, such as dementia, were lower in those with better psychological well-being. While previous studies have reported the benefits of positive psychology on cognitive functions, the research only tracked individuals for a short time, which can underestimate the association between psychological well-being and cognitive change. Knowing more about cognitive impairment is an important public health issue in an aging society, said Lydia Li, professor of social work at the University of Michigan and the current study’s co-author. “The findings have implications for policy and practice regarding supporting older people to preserve cognitive function in older age, given that psychological well-being is modifiable.” Lydia Li, Professor of Social Work, University of Michigan In addition, enhancing the psychological well-being of older adults not only improves their quality of life, but may also lessen the burden and cost associated with cognitive impairment, Li said. Data came from a subset of the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey. The sample included nearly 9,500 respondents aged 60 and older without any cognitive impairments at baseline (2002). The respondents were interviewed five times between 2002 and 2014. About 2,640 respondents had onset of cognitive impairment at one of the follow-up interviews, and the numbers slightly increased over time, from nearly 11% during the 2002-2005 interval to 13.3% in the 2011-2014 interval. To assess psychological well-being, respondents answered questions about their optimism, conscientiousness, loneliness, self-esteem and other factors. They also disclosed what social support they received, such as visits from family and friends, as well as their health status. Although the research focused entirely on Chinese residents, Li said there’s no reason the findings could not be applied to other racial, ethnic or geographic groups. The study’s contributors included lead author Jiaan Zhang, a researcher at Fudan University in Shanghai, China, and Sara McLaughlin, associate professor at Miami University (Ohio). Their findings appeared in the Journal of Aging and Health. To read the original article click here.

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Gluten-Free Diet Offers INCREDIBLE Benefits to Celiac Sufferers, Way Beyond Intestinal Support

AHA Publisher — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:00:06 +0000

Karen Sanders via NaturalHealth365 – Are you having trouble with concentration? Does your brain feel clouded and confused? Or, maybe, you just feel like you’re losing your mental clarity and creativity. This frustrating collection of symptoms – medically known as cognitive impairment and informally known as “brain fog” – is unfortunately very familiar to many individuals with celiac disease, an autoimmune digestive disorder that affects roughly 3 million Americans. Research published in the July 2014 issue of Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics shows that adhering to a strict gluten-free diet causes improvements in cognitive function, sharpening memory, and increasing concentration and comprehension – improvements directly correlated with the extent of the intestinal healing. Why Is This Study So Significant? Researchers had suspected that treating celiac disease with a strict gluten-free diet would relieve intestinal symptoms and other related problems. However, this concept had not been clinically tested until now. It is interesting to note that not only did improvement occur, but it seemed precisely linked with the amount of healing that had taken place in the small intestine. Gluten-free diet improves cognitive function. Here is how… In the year-long pilot study, which involved volunteers with newly diagnosed celiac disease, participants were given a battery of cognition tests before the study began, then re-tested at the 12th week and again at the 52nd week. The tests were designed to assess each participants’ attention span, information processing ability, memory, visuospatial ability, and motor function. The volunteers worked with sequences of letters and numbers – which tests processing speed and mental flexibility – generated random words – a test of verbal fluency that measures frontal lobe functioning – and memorized lists of words – a test that measures short-term memory and immediate recall. Did any other testing take place? Yes. At weeks 12 and 52, small bowel biopsies were also performed compared to baseline biopsies performed at the beginning of the study. Researchers also used Marsh scores, which measure damage to the intestinal mucosa and levels of tissue transglutaminase antibody concentrations. Study Reveals Amazing Results from a Gluten-Free Diet The gluten-free diet caused significant improvement, with a full quarter of the patients achieving mucosal remission by the study’s end; others experienced partial but substantial improvements. The participants achieved substantial cognitive improvements over baseline and directly related to the level of mucosal healing. Particularly dramatic was the improvement in quality of attention, verbal fluency, and motor function. Senior study author Dr. Greg Yelland remarked that the work showcases the importance of a gluten-free diet for those with celiac disease – and that the diet relieves the physical impact of the disease and the intellectual impairments. On the other hand, untreated celiac disease causes suboptimal levels of cognition that can interfere with the patient’s concentration and memory, thereby affecting their ability to perform everyday tasks. Celiac Disease Can Cause Serious Physical and Cognitive Issues The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center estimates that of the 3 million Americans currently affected by celiac disease, a shocking 97 percent are undiagnosed. A lack of digestive symptoms causes many to be “in the dark” about the condition, which is caused when a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley causes the immune system to attack the small intestine, damaging its lining and the hair-like projections, or villi. This damage results in impaired absorption of nutrients, leading to osteoporosis and vitamin deficiencies. In severe cases, patients can suffer amnesia and personality changes; milder cases result in “brain fog.” While classic signs of celiac disease are diarrhea and weight loss, many people have no digestive symptoms. Earlier clinical research has shown cognitive impairments were present in many celiac disease patients This study was not the first to show that cognitive impairments can occur with celiac disease. In a 2001 study published in Brain, researchers discovered that celiac disease patients suffered cognitive impairments affecting immediate recall, verbal fluency, and executive function. A 2008 study published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology showed that elderly patients with celiac disease had cognitive impairments so severe that some had been wrongly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. When the patients were treated with a gluten-free diet, symptoms subsided. Going Gluten-Free Can Be a Challenge, But There’s Help With more than 2,000 gluten-free food items now available in the U.S. – and many commonly found in conventional supermarkets – gluten-free products are big business. Since 2006, The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act has dictated that all gluten products must be clearly listed on food labels. Although this makes it easier to go gluten-free, you should naturally first seek diagnosis and treatment with a knowledgeable doctor experienced with celiac disease. The Mayo Clinic advises that wheat, rye, and barley are not the only foods celiac patients should avoid: bulgur, durum, farina, graham flour, and semolina are also off-limits. Celiac disease can be a debilitating condition when untreated; however, a gluten-free diet can provide excellent results, improving not only intestinal health but also the counter-productive, frustrating mental condition so colorfully known as “brain fog.” Sources for this article include: ScienceDaily.com Wiley.com MayoClinic.org To read the original article click here. For more articles from NaturalHealth365 click here.

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Having Trouble Falling Asleep Predicts Cognitive Impairment in Later Life

AHA Publisher — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:00:45 +0000

American Academy of Sleep Medicine via EurekAlert – A study of nearly 2,500 adults found that having trouble falling asleep, as compared to other patterns of insomnia, was the main insomnia symptom that predicted cognitive impairment 14 years later. Results show that having trouble falling asleep in 2002 was associated with cognitive impairment in 2016. Specifically, more frequent trouble falling asleep predicted poorer episodic memory, executive function, language, processing speed, and visuospatial performance. Further analysis found that associations between sleep initiation and later cognition were partially explained by both depressive symptoms and vascular diseases in 2014 for all domains except episodic memory, which was only partially explained by depressive symptoms. “While there is growing evidence for a link between insomnia and cognitive impairment in older adults, it has been difficult to interpret the nature of these associations given how differently both insomnia and cognitive impairment can present across individuals,” said lead author Afsara Zaheed, a graduate student in clinical science within the department of psychology at the University of Michigan. “By investigating associations between specific insomnia complaints and cognition over time using strong measures of cognitive ability, we hoped to gain additional clarity on whether and how these different sleep problems may lead to poor cognitive outcomes.” Insomnia involves difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, or regularly waking up earlier than desired, despite allowing enough time in bed for sleep. Daytime symptoms include fatigue or sleepiness; feeling dissatisfied with sleep; having trouble concentrating; feeling depressed, anxious, or irritable; and having low motivation or energy. The study analyzed data from the Health and Retirement Study, which involved 2,496 adults who were at least 51 years of age. In 2002 they reported the frequency of experiencing insomnia symptoms. In 2016 the participants’ cognition was assessed as part of the Harmonized Cognitive Assessment Protocol and operationalized with a comprehensive neuropsychological battery tapping episodic memory, executive function, language, visuoconstruction, and processing speed. Analyses controlled for sociodemographics and baseline global cognitive performance. “These results are important given the lack of currently available treatments for late-life cognitive disorders, like Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias,” said Zaheed. “Sleep health and sleep behaviors are often modifiable. These results suggest that regular screening for insomnia symptoms may help with tracking and identifying people with trouble falling asleep in mid-to-late life who might be at risk for developing cognitive impairments later in life. Additional intervention research is needed to determine whether intervening on insomnia symptoms can help prevent or slow the progression of cognitive impairments in later life.” To read the original article click here.

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Tablet-Based Video Games Could Improve Brain Function in Older People with Mild Cognitive Impairment

AHA Publisher — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 07:00:28 +0000

University of Massachusetts Amherst via News-Medical – A University of Massachusetts Amherst biomedical informatician will use a $436,836 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to explore the use of “serious games” played independently on computer tablets to improve brain function in older people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Sunghoon Ivan Lee, assistant professor in the College of Information and Computer Sciences, aims to develop a human-centered platform that can motivate patients to stick to a therapeutic regimen of mobile game-playing at home on their own. Neuro-World, a collection of six games developed by Lee’s industrial partner in South Korea, Woorisoft, is designed to stimulate working, or short-term, memory and selective attention. People with MCI experience cognitive decline beyond what’s expected from normal aging, but not severe enough to significantly interfere with their daily activities. “There aren’t many solutions to stimulate cognitive ability in people with cognitive disabilities, especially in their homes, outside clinical settings,” says Lee, whose research focuses on designing and implementing mobile-health (mHealth) technologies that address the practical needs of people with motor or cognitive impairments. The goals of therapeutic treatments for MCI are to slow down the progression of the disease and lessen the impact of symptoms, preferably with non-pharmacological interventions like serious games because they are low cost, noninvasive, safe and without adverse side effects. Lee’s work addresses a key challenge of serious games in healthcare – developing a system that doesn’t require substantial involvement of trained caregivers and clinicians to oversee and motivate patients to follow the game protocol. Lee was introduced to Neuro-World by Hee-Tae Jung, a former post-doctoral researcher Lee had supervised at UMass Amherst. “I was intrigued by the Neuro-World concept and the science behind it,” Lee says. In a small, pilot study with stroke survivors to validate the efficacy of the system, Lee, Jung and colleagues found that Neuro-World games were capable not only of improving patients’ cognitive function but predicting the expected improvement, based on an analysis of their game performance. “We hope that knowing playing games can improve their cognitive function can further motivate patients to play more games,” Lee says. Using the NIH funding, researchers at UMass Amherst, University of Montreal and Rutgers will conduct a study with 50 people diagnosed with MCI. Half will be asked to play the video games for 30 minutes twice a week for 12 weeks. The other half will not play the Neuro-World games. Both groups will also receive conventional therapy. In addition to evaluating the ability of game-playing to improve cognitive function, researchers also aim to develop machine learning-based algorithms to predict cognitive function from the game performance. Finally, Lee and colleagues will conduct in-depth interviews with participants to understand their experiences with the games. They will use that information to optimize the system’s design in an effort to maximize patients’ participation with the game-based training. “We thought people with MCI would be the population that could really benefit from serious games – before they move into a more serious condition like dementia or Alzheimer’s.” (Sunghoon Ivan Lee, Assistant Professor, College of Information and Computer Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst) He hopes the study will advance the research and expand the options for effective, safe and low-cost mHealth therapies for people with cognitive impairments. “We believe that outcomes of this project will open a new door leading to previously unexplored datasets and understanding of patient-technology interactions to promote positive behavior changes to enable self-administered, serious game-based cognitive training,” Lee says. “And that can form the basis of a wide range of future investigations of hemiparesis rehabilitation and personalized disease management.” To read the original article click here.

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