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Alzheimer

Alzheimer

(484 words)
February 25, 2026

Alzheimer disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive and irreversible decline in cognitive functions, primarily affecting memory. During the disease process, neuronal loss and synaptic dysfunction develop in various brain regions, especially the hippocampus and cerebral cortex, leading to a gradual reduction in cognitive and functional capacity over time. Epidemiology and Prevalence Alzheimer disease is the most common cause of dementia, and its prevalence incre

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Elanur BAŞARAN

Elanur BAŞARAN

Vascular Dementia

Vascular Dementia

(371 words)
December 11, 2025

Vascular dementia is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive decline resulting from impaired blood flow to the brain through blood. It is the second most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease, arising as a consequence of cerebrovascular diseases. Stroke, transient ischemic attacks attack, or chronic cerebral hypoperfusion such as play a critical role in the development of vascular dementia. Causes and Risk Factors The primary cause of vascular dementia is pathologica

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Emin Neşat Gürses

Emin Neşat Gürses

Conscientious Souls, Are They More Resistant to Dementia?

Conscientious Souls, Are They More Resistant to Dementia?

(405 words)
November 29, 2025

Could there be a secret that protects your brain from dementia, or might having a conscience subtly strengthen your brain without you even realizing it? Research suggests that a conscientious personality may serve as a shield not only for your character but also for your mental health. Scientists have found surprising evidence in their studies that conscientious individuals face a lower risk of dementia. So what is conscience? “A feeling in humans that distinguishes good from evil, leading to pe

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Nursena Şahin

Nursena Şahin

Vascular Dementia

Vascular Dementia

(334 words)
July 21, 2026

Vascular dementia is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive decline due to disrupted blood flow to the blood. This condition, resulting from cerebrovascular diseases, is the second most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease. Events such as stroke, transient ischemic attack, or chronic cerebral hypoperfusion such as play a critical role in its development. Causes and Risk Factors The primary cause of vascular dementia is pathological changes in the brain’s blood vess

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Emin Neşat Gürses

Emin Neşat Gürses