Just like a leaky roof can lead to a flooded basement, a new study suggests that diagnosed depression may increase the risk of developing dementia. Published in JAMA Neurology, the study spanned over four decades and found that both men and women with depression had more than double the risk of developing dementia compared to those without depression. Interestingly, the risk was higher for men than for women. This research sheds light on the importance of addressing mental health issues in order to potentially reduce the risk of dementia later in life. Although more research is needed to understand the precise link between depression and dementia, it is likely that lifestyle factors and biological mechanisms play a role. If you want to dive deeper into the intriguing connection between mental health and neurological disorders, be sure to check out the full article!
