New Test Predicts Dementia 9 Years Before Diagnosis

A new test can predict dementia up to nine years before diagnosis with 80% accuracy by analyzing brain network connections in the idle mode. This method is more effective than memory tests or brain shrinkage measurements.

Impact of Loneliness on Physical and Mental Health

Loneliness can impact physical health, particularly eating habits and risk of obesity, as per new research from UCLA Health. Lonely individuals showed differences in brain responses to food cues, leading to unhealthy eating behaviors and increased body fat percentage. Loneliness also linked to poorer mental health outcomes like anxiety and reduced positive emotions, creating a vicious cycle.