Thalamus size identified as an early indicator of future memory struggles

Thalamus size identified as an early indicator of future memory struggles

A single brain scan taking a static snapshot of brain tissue volume can forecast future cognitive decline better than tracking brain shrinkage over time. This approach offers a practical way to identify people at risk for dementia by assessing their brain’s built-in structural reserve. The research was published in Cortex. As people grow older, they can accumulate physical damage inside their brains caused by diseases like Alzheimer’s. Yet, indi…