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Predicting progression of cognitive decline to dementia using dyadic patterns of subjective reporting: evidence from the CompAS longitudinal study

ObjectiveTo analyze the validity of self and informant reports, depressive symptomatology, and some sociodemographic variables to predict the risk of cognitive decline at different follow-up times.MethodsA total of 337 participants over 50 years of age included in the CompAS and classified as Cognitively Unimpaired (CU), Subjective Cognitive Decline (SCD) and Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) groups were […]

Published on February 2, 2024

The effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation for freezing of gait in Parkinson’s disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

BackgroundFreezing of gait (FOG) is one of the most disabling gait disturbances in Parkinson’s disease (PD), affecting mobility and balance severely, thereby leading to an increased risk of falls.ObjectivesThe purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to investigate the effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation on FOG in PD.MethodsBased on PRISMA guidelines, we searched the […]

Published on February 2, 2024

Putting it Together, Together

Abstract People are not as fast or as strong as many other creatures that evolved around us. What gives us an evolutionary advantage is working together to achieve common aims. Coordinating joint action begins at a tender age with such cooperative activities as alternating babbling and clapping games. Adult joint activities are far more complex […]

Published on February 1, 2024