A recent study found that even mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can lead to long-term brain changes in healthy middle-aged adults.
The research, part of the PREVENT Dementia study, showed that those with a history of mild TBI had detectable brain changes, including cerebral microbleeds, poorer sleep quality, and increased depressive symptoms.
While cognitive function wasn’t significantly affected, these changes could be early signs of potential neurodegenerative conditions, highlighting the importance of early intervention and preventive strategies.
Lead researcher Dr. Audrey Low speaks with The Wire’s Vanessa Gatica and emphasize the importance of recognizing TBI as a modifiable risk factor for dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases.
They call for increased awareness and targeted interventions to mitigate the long-term impacts of even mild TBIs in the broader population.
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