This year's winner in NPR's College Podcast Challenge is a letter to a grandparent that grapples with health issues including ...

Paul has been taking part in a reading group for people with dementia For Paul McCooey, reading with others has become a ...

When words fade due to dementia, talking to the people you love becomes more difficult. Fortunately, support is available.

Millions of Americans support loved ones with dementia. While dementia caregiving can be rewarding, it can also be challenging — particularly if your loved one presents with signs of dementia. “Having ...

While certain filler words and speaking patterns can be normal, they can also be signs of cognitive decline and dementia risk ...

About 5.8 million people in the U.S. have some form of dementia, according to the CDC, and global dementia cases are expected to triple by 2050. This is a huge issue for many people, yet it's not ...

Share on Pinterest New research indicates that talk therapy can significantly reduce depression and anxiety among people living with dementia. Lucy Lambriex/Getty Images Dementia is a leading cause of ...

The awkward pauses in conversation, the repeated “ums” could reveal how healthy the brain truly is. Researchers have ...

Colby McCaskill (right) is the grand prize winner of the NPR College Podcast Challenge. His entry features his grandparents Kathy and Dick McCaskill (left) and discusses her dementia, something Colby ...