Rehabilitation Research

Researchers from University of Kansas detail findings in rehabilitation research

Published in Drug Week, June 13th, 2008

According to recent research from the United States, "This article reviews the significant effects of aging on cognitive junction. As people age, brain tissue volume decreases, white matter hyperintensities increase, and associated deficits are. seen in working memory, attention, and executive function."

"Comorbidities include hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular risk factors. Another factor that affects cognitive function is the presence of apolipoprotein E-4, which is negatively correlated with cognitive function. In addition, decreased serum levels of endogenous sex hormones are related to changes in cognitive function, but hormone replacement therapy may be...

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Source: Drug Week (2008-06-13)

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