Anxiety & Dementia Risk: What You Need to Know #mentalhealthcare #olderadults #anxiety
Anxiety & Dementia Risk: What You Need to Know
Anxiety has been linked to an increased risk of dementia, according to the Hunter Community Study out of Australia.
This research, involving over 2,000 participants with an average age of 76, found that both lifelong and newly developed anxiety can increase the risk of all-cause dementia. However, the study also revealed that treating anxiety can significantly reduce this risk.
Key Takeaway: Early treatment of anxiety disorders is crucial for brain and overall health.
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Reference:
Khaing, K., Dolja-Gore, X., Nair, B. R., Byles, J., & Attia, J. (2024). The effect of anxiety on all-cause dementia: A longitudinal analysis from the Hunter Community Study. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 72(11), 3327–3334. https://doi.org/10.1111/jgs.19078
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