New Research finds Gender Differences in Cognitive Resilience and Mild Cognitive Impairment
Recent research by Institute members has highlighted significant gender differences in how cognitive resilience factors influence the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
MCI is a condition that affects an individual’s memory and thinking compared to other people their age. In Australia is estimated that those living with MCI is at least twice as common as those living with dementia – however people living with MCI have an increased risk of developing dementia. In addition to ageing, chronic conditions and other lifestyle factors may increase the risk of developing MCI.
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Mindgardens Neuroscience Network acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures, and to Elders past, present and emerging.
We acknowledge the voices of people with lived experience, their carers, families and kinship groups. We recognise the expertise acquired through living with a mental health, drug and alcohol or neurological disorder and acknowledge those who care for people on their recovery journey. We place lived experience at the heart of all that we do.
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