Tag Archive for: neuropsychology

Former coach piloting trial for Parkinson’s treatment

Billy Kennedy was a winning basketball coach. Now he’s part of a study to develop a winning new treatment for Parkinson’s disease.

Rethinking the stages of Parkinson’s disease

In an attempt to make sense of the phases of Parkinson’s disease, scientists consider a new way of looking at stages of advancement.

Treatments for Parkinson’s disease

There’s no cure for Parkinson’s disease, but experts have come up with treatments to make the experience more palatable.

Caring for the caregivers

Many caregivers who selflessly spend time and energy helping loved ones with cognitive decline need care too.

Brain training: Does it work?

Scientists have wondered if we can train brains to change without surgical or pharmaceutical intervention. Brain training may be the answer.

Is creativity a feature of ADHD?

Many people who have ADHD also are incredibly creative in some way. But is there a definitive link between the two?

Common learning disabilities and what causes them

Learning disabilities represent a difference in brain function…and an opportunity to celebrate a different neurotype

The secret to life as a super-ager

Researchers continue to investigate the what, why, and how behind older adults with cognitive abilities of younger folks

The optimal way to feed your brain

Neuropsychologists are learning more about the connection between what we eat and how our brains age over time

The silver age of cannabis: THC, CBD, and healthy aging

Cannabis in different forms is becoming an important part of how individuals manage healthy aging