Smell training may sharpen the mind in early memory loss

NCT ID NCT06825403

First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tests whether a simple smell training program can improve memory, thinking, and daily function in 30 adults aged 55-89 with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a condition that often precedes Alzheimer's disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to either smell training or visual training for 3 months, with a follow-up at 6 months. The goal is to see if smell training can help slow cognitive decline and improve quality of life.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • New York State Psychiatric Institute

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    New York, New York, 10032, United States

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