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Part of situation: Sleep Patterns, Social Isolation, and Biological Aging (7 clusters)

Sleep apnea linked to increased dementia risk after age 40

obstructive sleep apnea dementia risk memory impairment brain health sleep disorders

A study published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia indicates that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with memory problems and an increased risk of dementia in individuals over the age of 40.

Research involving more than 2,000 participants aged 40 to 70 found that those with OSA demonstrated poorer memory performance than those without the condition. Notably, the study observed that individuals who received treatment for sleep apnea showed memory performance levels similar to healthy individuals, whereas untreated OSA was linked to worse outcomes.

The findings also suggest a higher incidence of dementia risk factors and comorbidities, such as obesity, among those with the disorder. Gabriel Abdelmessih, a doctoral candidate in clinical neuropsychology at Monash University, noted that while sleep apnea is common and highly treatable, it is rarely addressed in dementia risk discussions. He emphasized that treating the condition during middle age could be a significant opportunity for long-term brain health.

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Alzheimer’s & Dementia · Gabriel Abdelmessih · Monash University

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Apneia do sono aumenta risco de demência após os 40 anos [www.brasilemfolhas.com.br]
19 days ago
Estudo liga apneia do sono a maior risco de demência após os 40 anos - Jornal O Sul [www.osul.com.br]
19 days ago