Researchers identify link between stress and development of Alzheimer's disease
Stress management is an important consideration for individuals all over the world, as prolonged tension and anxiety can increase their risk for many serious conditions. People who have Alzheimer's disease, for example, may benefit from a stress-relieving regimen such as Dahn Yoga, due to the fact that stress may exacerbate the symptoms of their disorder.
According to scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry, adverse life events could potentially be a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease.
They suggested that the hormones that are released during stressful periods of life can accelerate the development of the neurodegenerative disorder. Specifically, they discovered that protein deposits begin accumulating at a faster pace in nerve cells, which is a strong indicator for the disease.
"Viewing stress as a trigger of Alzheimer's disease offers exciting new research possibilities aimed at preventing and delaying this severe disease," researchers explained. "Moreover, since vulnerability to major depression is known to be increased by stress, it will be interesting to know the role of [protein molecules] in the onset and progress of this condition."
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