The Genius of Recognizing a Familiar Face

The Genius of Recognizing a Familiar Face

July 16, 2021 — That flash of familiarity we feel when we see someone we know has long fascinated and stumped scientists, who have been unable to pinpoint what is happening in the brain. But for the first time, researchers are now reporting a new class of cells they say is responsible. The discovery … Read more

The Genius of Recognizing a Familiar Face

The Genius of Recognizing a Familiar Face

July 16, 2021 — That flash of familiarity we feel when we see someone we know has long fascinated and stumped scientists, who have been unable to pinpoint what is happening in the brain. But for the first time, researchers are now reporting a new class of cells they say is responsible. The discovery … Read more

Strategies That Help

Strategies That Help

There’s no cure for dementia-related psychosis. But there are steps you can take to help you and your loved one live with the disease and its symptoms. “Delusions are notoriously hard to treat, whether they’re dementia-related or not,” says Carolyn Fredericks, MD, a neurologist who treats people with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders at … Read more