Healthy Brain Aging: Evidence Based Methods to Preserve Brain Function and Prevent Dementia, An issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
| Author | : Abhilash K. Desai |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 180 |
| Release | : 2010-03-17 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781455700325 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1455700320 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (320 Downloads) |
Download or read book Healthy Brain Aging: Evidence Based Methods to Preserve Brain Function and Prevent Dementia, An issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine written by Abhilash K. Desai and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-03-17 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue examines what is a healthy aging brain and covers preventive measures for succesful cognitive aging. Topics covered include: A road map to healthy aging brain; Cardiovascular risk factors, cerebrovascular disease burden and healthy aging brain; Healthy aging brain: Impact of head injury, alcohol and environmental toxins; Healthy aging brain: What has sleep go to do with it?; Endocrine aspects of healthy aging brain; Healthy aging brain: Role of exercise and physically active lifestyle; Healthy aging brain: Role of nutrition and nutritional supplements; Healthy aging brain: Role of cognitive reserve, cognitive stimulation and cognitive exercises; Healthy aging brain: Impact of positive and negative emotions; Dementia risk predictor. Are we there yet?; Potential future neuroprotective therapies for neurodegenerative disorders and stroke; Healthy aging brain: Importance of promoting resilience and creativity.
