Stressful life events like divorce and widowhood can have profound effects on brain health. In this episode of ISTAART Voices, Dr. Avinash Chandra shares his research exploring how marital dissolution may contribute to increased amyloid pathology and memory decline. His study offers compelling insights into the intricate relationship between life stress, brain biology, and cognitive aging, paving new avenues for understanding dementia risk factors.

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• Dr. Avinash Chandra (academic profile): https://www.qmul.ac.uk/wiph/people/profiles/chandra-avinash.html
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