Depression

Ask the Doctor January 2024

Dec 20, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Q: Is short-term memory the same as work­ing memory? A: Because aspects of working memory and short-term memory overlap, they are sometimes used interchangeably. But, generally, they are thought of as two distinct types of memory. Short-term memory is, as the term implies, information that is held on to for … Read More

Seek Out the Spice of Life

Dec 19, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
We know the importance of herbs and spices for enhancing flavors, but do you know how they can enhance your health as well? They have been used for centuries for both culinary and medicinal purposes. Herbs like basil, oregano, and cilantro are the leaves of the plant and spices like … Read More

Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder

Nov 29, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Q: Other than light therapy, are there any effective ways to reduce the impact of seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? A: An estimated 5 to 7 percent of U.S. adults experience SAD, though the actual numbers may be higher. Using a light therapy box is often a first-line treatment, but there … Read More

News Briefs December 2023

Nov 29, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Even Short-Term Exposure to Air Pollution May Raise Risk of Stroke While previous studies have established a link between long-term exposure to various types of air pollution and reduced brain health, recent research suggests that just five days of exposure to air pollutants may raise the risk of stroke. The … Read More

Saliva-Based DNA Tests for Depression Medications

Nov 29, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
For people with depression, finding the right medication often requires trial and error to find the most effective medication and its correct dosage. But that’s starting to change. A developing field called pharmacogenomics seeks to understand how an individual’s genetic makeup affects their response to drugs, and to use this … Read More

Diminished Sense of Smell Linked with Depression

Sep 25, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine report a link between decreased sense of smell and risk of developing late-life depression. Their findings, published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, do not demonstrate that loss of smell causes depression, but suggest that it may serve as … Read More

How Being Creative, Even in Simple Ways, Sharpens Your Memory, Thinking Skills, and Connection to Others

Sep 25, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Watercolor landscapes, sonnets, piano recitals, magic tricks, hand-knitted scarves, gourmet meals, witty toasts, handmade fur­niture… there is no end to the examples of creative expression that find their place in the world. And while the products of a cre­ative mind might seem made for others to appreci­ate and enjoy, they … Read More

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