Track 1: Neurodegenerative Diseases and Stress
Neurodegenerative diseases affect millions of individuals globally, leading to the gradual loss of function and eventual death of nerve cells in the brain and peripheral nervous system. Chronic stress has been identified as a significant contributor to an imbalanced stress response, which can elevate the risk of developing neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Studies in epidemiology reveal that prolonged exposure to stress—whether from daily challenges, work pressures, traumatic experiences, or other life events—increases the likelihood of dementia-related conditions like AD.
- Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias
- Parkinson’s Disease And PD-Related Disorders
- Prion Disease
- Motor Neuron Diseases
- Huntington’s Disease