New study reveals link between Brain Care Score and reduced risk of late-life depression and brain diseases.
- Late-life depression can be debilitating for individuals over 60 years old, affecting up to a third of people in this age group.
- Lifestyle choices can influence an individual’s risk of late-life depression, stroke, and dementia.
- The Brain Care Score (BCS) is a tool developed to help patients identify lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk of brain diseases.
- A higher BCS is associated with a lower risk of late-life depression, stroke, and dementia.
- The research team utilized data from the UK Biobank study to demonstrate the effectiveness of the BCS in reducing the risk of brain diseases and depression across different age groups.
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Neurology, Psychiatry & Mental Health, Internal Medicine