Women suffer brain matter loss post-menopause, raising dementia risk

Jan 27, 2026, 10:40 AM10

(Update: Jan 27, 2026, 10:40 AM)

Barbara J. Sahakian

neuropsychologist

University of Cambridge

collegiate public research university in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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Women suffer brain matter loss post-menopause, raising dementia risk

A study involving 124,780 women investigated the effects of menopause on brain structure.
Post-menopausal women showed slower reaction times, largely attributed to hormone changes.
The research suggests a link between menopause-induced brain changes and a higher likelihood of dementia in women.

Barbara J. Sahakian

neuropsychologist

University of Cambridge

collegiate public research university in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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