First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults

First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults Overview   Investigating cognitive and psychological functioning in adults after their first seizure, prior to epilepsy diagnosis and treatment, is crucial for understanding the early manifestations of neuropsychological comorbidities associated with chronic epilepsy. In this study, conducted through a telehealth-based prospective design, cognition, mood, and anxiety

Cataract Surgery Impact On Cognitive Test Scores

Cataract Surgery Impact On Cognitive Test Scores Overview This prospective observational study aimed to assess the impact of cataract surgery on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia in individuals aged 75 years and older. Conducted between 2019 and 2021, the study involved 88 eligible patients who underwent cataract surgery. Cognitive function was

Alzheimer’s Patients and Low Tau Burden Outcomes

Alzheimer's Patients and Low Tau Burden Outcomes Overview The study focuses on individuals within the Alzheimer's Disease (AD) pathway exhibiting abnormal amyloid-beta (Aβ) and tau deposition. Specifically, it investigates a subgroup characterized by low tau levels (A+T−) and compares them to their counterparts with higher tau levels (A+T+).   The research involves 397 individuals

White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients

White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients Overview In this study, the objective was to evaluate white matter microstructural changes in older breast cancer survivors 5-15 years post-chemotherapy treatment. The participants included breast cancer survivors aged 65 or older who underwent chemotherapy (C+) and those who did not (C-), along

Multimorbidity In Patients With Cognitive Impairment And Dementia

Multimorbidity In Patients With Cognitive Impairment And Dementia Overview The study aimed to investigate the burden and clusters of multimorbidity in relation to mild cognitive impairment (MCI), dementia, and Alzheimer's disease (AD)-related plasma biomarkers among older adults. A population-based sample of 5432 participants aged 60 years and above was included, with a

Anticholinergic Medications And Cognitive Outcomes In Autistic Adults

Anticholinergic Medications And Cognitive Outcomes In Autistic Adults Overview This study investigates the impact of anticholinergic (AC) medications on cognitive outcomes in autistic adults, an area that has not been extensively researched. AC medications, known for their potential to cause cognitive impairment, are commonly used for various medical and psychiatric conditions. In

Radiosurgery Timing In Brain Cancer Patients

Radiosurgery Timing In Brain Cancer Patients Metastatic brain cancer, also known as brain metastases, occurs when cancer cells from a primary tumor elsewhere in the body spread to the brain. Metastatic brain cancer represents an advanced stage of cancer, indicating that cancer cells have already spread from their original site to

Seizure Therapy And White Matter Changes

Seizure Therapy And White Matter Changes Functional seizures (FS) are a type of functional neurological symptom disorder that mimics epileptic seizures but lacks epileptiform changes on electroencephalography. The neuropathophysiology involves various brain systems, such as sensorimotor, emotion regulation, cognitive control, and multimodal integration.  Neurobehavioral therapy (NBT) has emerged as a viable treatment

Concussion Symptom Treatment Using Acoustic Stimulation

Concussion Symptom Treatment Using Acoustic Stimulation In the U.S. military, over 370,000 service members have had mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) or concussions since 2000, possibly more due to underreporting. While most recover within 7–30 days, about 15% face persistent postconcussive symptoms (PPCS) for at least 3 months. Despite the end

Narcissistic Personality Disorder And Autism

Narcissistic Personality Disorder And Autism Overview This study explores the relationship between Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), focusing on the dimensions of narcissistic vulnerability and grandiosity. Both ASD and NPD pose challenges in diagnosis due to shared characteristics, such as pervasive traits, lifelong duration, ego-syntonic features, and difficulties

First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults