Aging is accompanied by increasing rates of cognitive disorders and neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) including depression, anxiety, apathy, agitation, sleep ...

Increased reliance on the internet, smartphones, tablets and computers over the last 15 years has led to concerns about "digital dementia," a term coined by a German neuroscientist for cognitive ...

Advances in brain imaging technology have expanded the ability of medical professionals to observe neurological activity associated with cognitive function. Imaging tools allow clinicians to study ...

As the first generation that interacted with digital technology reaches an age where dementia risks emerge, scientists have asked the question: Is there a correlation between digital technology use ...

The baby boomers are the first generation that has navigated adulthood using digital technology. The oldest baby boomers were around 25 when the first e-mail was sent; they were the first generation ...

Engagement with digital technology was associated with a 58 percent reduced risk of cognitive impairment in people middle-aged and older, according to a study in the journal Nature Human Behavior.

Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) explains how learning is influenced by the limited capacity of working memory. By understanding and managing different types of cognitive load, faculty can design more ...