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Dementia is not just one illness but an umbrella term for a range of neurodegenerative diseases that affect cognitive functions such as memory, language, and problem-solving. Two major subtypes within this category are Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Understanding the differences between these conditions is vital for patients, caregivers,…
Understandably, people often meet the diagnosis of dementia with worry and fear. Families and caregivers alike are eager to find ways to improve the lives of those living with the condition. Surprisingly, the key to enhancing the well-being of dementia patients might lie in a simple change of scenery. In…
As we age, it’s natural to experience occasional forgetfulness or lapses in memory. However, when these concerns become more frequent or start interfering with daily life, it’s essential to address them with care and seek guidance from a medical professional. If you or a loved one are worried about memory…
If you have a loved one or family member with dementia, we know that you’ll want to find new ways to support and help them through this difficult time. While dementia can be a challenging condition to manage, there are some relatively simple ways you can help. One suggestion that…
Dementia is an umbrella term for symptoms associated with a progressive decline in cognitive functioning that affects a person’s ability to perform the activities that make up daily life. Mild memory loss to severe intellectual and physical disabilities are all possible. People with Dementia have difficulty with communication, decision-making, and…
Staying well-hydrated is usually attributed to general health improvements, but the effects on our cognition and brain health is often overlooked. It’s common knowledge that around 60% of our bodies are made up of water; all of our body’s cells depend on water to effectively carry out essential functions, and…
Many family caregivers can find themselves feeling stressed when they are taking care of a loved one with late-stage Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia. It can be difficult to know what to expect during advanced stages of the disease, and family members may feel like they are not…
As people get older, they become more susceptible to developing dementia, which is a grouping of changes in the brain that cause immense amounts of memory loss. Due to the progression of losing memories, relationships between the diagnosed individual and family members or caregivers can face severe impacts. There is…
Should a community foster an Alzheimer’s support group for high school students? Teens who are caregivers at home need access to services and help resources. The population of persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease continues to rise steadily, forcing an increase in the number of home caregivers – particularly, child caregivers….
With age comes a whole host of problems. If you have older parents, you’ve likely seen or heard about some of these issues, including the tendency to wander. There are many reasons your elderly parent might wander off on their own, but to understand them, we also need to know…