Loneliness May Fuel Mental Decline in Old Age

Study Finds Perceived Loneliness, Not Social Isolation, Is Key Driver of Cognitive Decline

New research reveals that perceived loneliness — the subjective emotional state of feeling alone — is a far stronger predictor of cognitive

Loneliness and Mental Health: How Social Isolation Affects Brain Function

This article discusses the serious impact of loneliness on brain function and mental health. It highlights research showing that prolonged s

Heart issues tied to 'microdamage' in the brain might raise risk of memory loss, study hints

Study Finds Significant Memory Decline in Young Adults Under 40

A scientific study published in Neurology analyzing 4.5 million survey responses from the CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System r

Study Finds Employment Slows Cognitive Decline in Older Adults, Especially After Involuntary Job Loss

This NBER working paper investigates whether employment slows cognitive decline in older adults. Using data from the Health and Retirement S

Stress Drinking in Your 20s May Damage the Brain in Middle Age