Longer reproductive span linked with slower rates of cognitive decline
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When health risks become visible in black and white, perspectives often shift. A study from Umeå University shows that when ultrasound images of atherosclerosis in subjects’ carotid arteries, combined with a motivational dialogue, they are more likely to be motivated to improve their lifestyle habits and take preventive medication.
Northwestern University psychologist Andrea Russell sees older adults with early cognitive impairment riddled with anxiety. Some worry a missed word or forgotten appointment could signal Alzheimer’s disease. Others fear making a mistake in public. Some are too afraid to ask their doctor. Witnessing that uncertainty, and the stigma surrounding dementia, inspired Russell to spearhead a new Northwestern Medicine survey that found a vast majority of older adults would be willing to take a biomarker blood test to assess their Alzheimer’s risk.
Chinese researchers report that academic burnout can push adolescents towards excessive online gaming. Using a large-scale cross-sectional survey, the researchers assessed the associations among academic burnout, internet gaming, depressive symptoms, and attentional bias. They found that academic burnout can lead to depression and negative thinking, which, in turn, leads to further dependency on internet gaming. The study also emphasized the importance of improved curriculum and stress reduction programs to support the mental well-being of adolescents.