Research Souvenaid: I’m worried about my memory – should I buy this drink? Our research team examined evidence on the nutritional drink Souvenaid, that was claimed to help improve some aspects of memory in people who have mild cognitive impairment. 27 January 2020 4
Research Exploring the link between major depressive disorder and Alzheimer’s disease Research project: Exploring the association between major depressive disorder and Alzheimer’s disease
Research 7 new developments in dementia research in 2019 Despite no new drugs for dementia in 15 years, we are seeing progress with different treatments and other breakthroughs. Here we celebrate just a few of this year's highlights in dementia research. 30 December 2019 20
Research ‘I don’t know what I needed, but I didn’t get it’: Improving hospital experiences for people affected by dementia If you are supporting someone with dementia in hospital and getting frustrated with things moving slowly, you are not alone. We look at some of the key challenges faced by people affected by dementia in hospitals as they move towards discharge, and what can be done about them. 23 December 2019 0
Research Undergraduate research bursaries Undergraduate research bursaries aim to give students dementia research experience and to encourage them to consider a career in scientific research.
Research A new approach to collaborative research with care homes in Worcester Research project: The Care-Home Action Researcher-in-residence Model (CHARM)
Research Can embedding a researcher in care homes help to improve care? Research project: The Lincolnshire Care Collaboration Initiative.
Research ‘My Life My Way’: Support for people living with mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects many people over the age of 65 and some cases progress to dementia. Find out about our research to provide support for people with MCI.
Research Understanding music: Developing practice and resourcing care Music can have an amazing impact on people with dementia. Find out about our research to help people with dementia engage with music.
Research Vote on the big issues in dementia and we will find a solution At Alzheimer’s Society, we want to use innovation to solve the biggest problems being faced by people affected by dementia. Choose from eight ideas and have your say on the issues which matter most. 01 November 2019 0
Research What is the link between seizures and dementia? There are some symptoms of dementia that are more commonly known, such as memory loss. Seizures are a less common symptom of dementia that are not as understood. Hear from one of our dementia researchers who has been studying seizures in people with the condition. 12 September 2019 34
Research A fresh START: reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety in carers Carers can face stress, anxiety and depression while caring for a relative with dementia. A new research project shows the value of specially designed psychological support for helping them to cope. 12 September 2019 3
