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Study Reveals Marriage Increases Dementia Risk for Seniors
4/5/2025
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Story summary
- A groundbreaking study in Alzheimer’s & Dementia uncovers a startling truth: married and widowed individuals are at a greater risk of dementia than their unmarried or divorced counterparts. With insights drawn from over 24,000 participants aged 50 to 104, researchers highlight the potential advantages of strong social connections and self-reliance in safeguarding cognitive health.
