Tag: dementia
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Dementia: The Disease That Changes Your Mind
Vaishnavi Kuchimanchi September 10th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract Dementia, though not a specific disease, describes a specific combination of symptoms that indicate the impairment of brain functions. Oftentimes, those affected are older populations. It defines the loss of memory, language, and problem-solving skills. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s.…
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The Therapeutic Potential Following the Discovery of 200+ Misfolded Proteins.
Olivia Fincham Dinsdale – ofincham-dinsdale@elmwood.ca September 2nd, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract: This secondary research paper explores the therapeutic potential of modulating newly identified misfolded proteins in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. This paper focuses on a study that was executed at Johns Hopkins on 07/11/2025 and suggests that its…
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Before Memory Fades: The Quiet Power of Alzheimer’s Biomarkers
Srijani DattaGupta – srijani.dattagupta@gmail.com July 25th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications team. Abstract Alzheimer’s disease often goes unnoticed until the brain has already sustained significant damage. That delay in diagnosis doesn’t just affect treatment—it also means people lose valuable time to understand what’s happening and make plans for the future. In recent years, researchers have…
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Assessing the Role of Painting in Enhancing Cognitive Function in Dementia Patients
Andalucia Luvrien August 4th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. Abstract The increasing prevalence of dementia due to demographic and lifestyle changes has heightened interest in therapeutic approaches to improve cognitive function. This literature review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of painting as a form of art therapy for enhancing cognitive abilities in individuals…
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Combating Cognitive Decline
Jaser Ahmed Pallikonda Latheef, jpalliko@purdue.edu May 26th, 2025 Edited by the YNPS Publications Team. Specific Aims Cognitive decline has become a significant problem due to the growing geriatric population globally [1]. Despite advancements in the current understanding of this phenomenon, data on curing and preventing it is still lacking. This research proposal will draw on…
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