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New research indicates frequent nightmares may signal cognitive decline and increased dementia risk, particularly in men. The study highlights a fourfold risk of cognitive issues and doubled dementia likelihood for those with weekly nightmares. Managing stress, improving sleep, and seeking professional help are crucial for mitigating these risks and safeguarding brain health.

A groundbreaking study by UCSF researchers has pinpointed the protein FTL1 as a key contributor to age-related cognitive decline, particularly affecting the hippocampus. Elevated FTL1 levels in older mice correlated with diminished brain cell connections and impaired cognitive function. Remarkably, reducing FTL1 in aged mice reversed these effects, boosting memory and neural connections.