The 27 stressful life events that can help trigger Alzheimer's

How just one serious traumatic incident can set you on the road to dementia

• Scientists have identified 27 life events that damage the brain causing it to age
• It can begin in childhood when problems such as being expelled occur
• The experts believe stress causes inflammation of the brain leading to dementia

A stressful experience such as losing a loved one, getting divorced or being fired can age the brain by up to four years, scientists say.

They have identified 27 life events that are so damaging to the brain that even one can age it prematurely, potentially leading to diseases such as Alzheimer’s later in life.

The damage can begin in childhood when problems such as having to repeat a year at school or being expelled were found to be significant stressful events. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4702154/Stressful-experiences-increase-risk-Alzheimer-s.html