Blog Posts: Memory and cognition

Learn about brain health through the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal’s interactive e-learning lessons.

Delirium is a sudden, confused state of mind. Up to 3 out of 4 older people can experience delirium after surgery or a serious illness. Learn more about what can trigger delirium, the signs and symptoms, who is most at risk, and what you can do to help prevent it in a loved one.

Research highlights the benefits of exercise for our body and mind! Don't miss tips and tricks on how to get and stay active.

Are sensory loss and cognitive decline linked? Find out what the research has to say!

Research explores the links between changes in hearing, vision, mobility and cognition.

Aerobic exercise “flexes its muscles” when it comes to cognitive health.

Navigating the world of assistive technology can feel overwhelming, but the AccessATCanada navigation portal changes the game by simplifying the process of finding programs and services in Canada. With tools that let users refine searches by location, technology type, and eligibility criteria, the portal offers a personalized way to connect with life-changing resources.

In this 2-minute video, Dr. Anthony Levinson gives an overview of Alzheimer disease, its prevalence, signs and symptoms, and the difference between normal age-related cognitive changes and dementia.

In this webinar recording, Drs. Tricia Woo and Anthony Levinson demystify the role that genetics and other non-modifiable risk factors play in a person's risk of developing dementia. Discover the difference between sporadic and familial Alzheimer disease and learn about the role of susceptibility genes in increasing your risk. Learn about genetic testing and who should get a test. Explore how to reduce your risk, delay the onset, or slow the progression of dementia by addressing various modifiable risk factors to reduce damage to the brain and to increase capacity.

Research addresses questions around side effects related to commonly prescribed cognitive enhancers.

Older adults, whether cognitively impaired or not, use three types of strategies to cope with memory loss: external, internal and behavioural strategies.

Do you or a loved one live with cognitive impairment or dementia? You may want to try or consider music-making therapy. Preliminary research shows benefits for cognitive function.

There is no age to learn a new language. Learn about the benefits of learning a new language on the quality of life and cognitive abilities in healthy older adults.

Are you or someone you know living with mild cognitive impairment or dementia? Research points to five strategies that can help improve cognitive and mental health.

If you’re interested in aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs as a dementia prevention strategy, you should know that current evidence doesn’t support their use for this purpose and raises red flags around potential health risks.

Can leaning into your “artsy” side enhance your cognitive health? See what the evidence has to say about the use of visual art therapy for people with different levels of cognitive health.

Coping with the consequences of mild cognitive impairment or dementia is difficult enough without having to deal with depression as well. Can cognitive training provide any relief when it comes to depression?

Seated exercise may hold benefits for cognitive health in older adults with health conditions.

There are many claims out there about the health benefits of dietary supplements, but not all claims are backed by evidence. Talk to your health care provider about which supplements may be beneficial to you.

Combing exercise for both your brain and your body could be just what you need to keep your mind sharp as you age.