Study Reveals Neighborhood Disadvantage as a Risk Factor for Dementia
A new study published in the journal Neurology has identified neighborhood disadvantage as a significant risk factor for dementia. Researchers analyzed data from 6,781 individuals in Chicago, assessing their cognitive skills over several years. The study found that individuals living in the most disadvantaged neighborhoods were more than twice as likely to develop dementia compared to those in less disadvantaged areas. The research highlights the role of social determinants of health, such as neighborhood conditions, in influencing dementia risk. The study suggests that factors like access to healthcare, social support, and environmental stressors may contribute to this increased risk. 
