New research suggests that the strength and timing of the body’s internal clock may be closely tied to dementia risk.

Your daily rhythm may matter more for brain health than previously thought. Older adults with weaker, more disrupted activity ...

Researchers found that people with weaker or more irregular internal clocks had a higher risk of developing dementia. View on ...

A recent study in Neurology reveals that weaker, more fragmented circadian rhythms are linked to an increased dementia risk.

“Changes in circadian rhythms happen with aging, and evidence suggests that circadian rhythm disturbances may be a risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases like dementia,” said Dr. Wang.