In the past year, almost 13% of Americans reported using benzodiazepines — like Xanax (alprazolam). Among these people, 80% take it for anxiety, and 20% take it for insomnia. But the way that benzodiazepines affect the brain means they can also affect memory. And when people experience these side effects — particularly older adults — it can lead to concerns about dementia.
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Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a type of movement disorder that is caused by a lack of dopamine in the brain. PD develops when a special type of brain cell that produces dopamine starts to die.
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Testosterone is a hormone that both men and women make naturally. It’s especially important for male sexual health and overall well-being.
As you get older, it is normal for testosterone levels to drop. Low testosterone levels (called “low T” for short) affect between 2% and 6% of all men. Low T symptoms can include erectile dysfunction, low fertility, and even osteoporosis. Not all men get symptoms, however.