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- Football, Concussion and DementiaResearch shows that repetitive brain trauma has led to dementia-like symptoms in retired football players. Symptoms can occur months, years or decades after the last injury and have a devastating impact on players and their families.
Ten Activity Ideas for the Elderly with DementiaWhether the person with Dementia is a family member, client or patient in a nursing or group home, these activities can be scaled large or small to fit the time and capability of each individual with Dementia. Here is a list of ten great ideas to keep- When a Loved One Has Dementia: My Personal ExperienceWatching my mother fade away due to aging, health concerns and dementia is a painful thing to witness.
- The Myth of DementiaIt's time to remove the term "dementia" from our language and to treat seniors with the respect that their changing capabilities require.
- Activities for Seniors with DementiaOne of the biggest challenges for caregivers who are caring for seniors with dementia is coming up with activities for the person in their care.
- Latest Updates on the Evaluation of Suspected DementiaNew advances in medical science may decrease the impact of cognitive decline.
- Down's Syndrome and Risk for Early-Onset DementiaIf your child was born with Down syndrome, here is what you need to know about your child's risks for developing early-onset dementia.
- A Possible Cause of Dementia?Could sleep apnea be a cause of dementia or even associated with Alzheimer's? In May 2008 I received a call while at work from my niece stating, " Something's wrong with Grandma! She doesn't remember anything! "
- Loving and Caring for Someone with DementiaIt's been two years and I have been on a roller coaster ride. The kind of ride people get on when they love someone and care for someone with dementia. Sometimes I am going up those big huge hills and am thrust down quickly. At other times, I am coasting
- Dementia in the ElderlyDementia is not considered a normal part of the aging process, but is actually an illness. It may be a direct symptom of Alzheimer's or may result from one or more mini-strokes that deprive the brain of oxygen.
- Dealing with a Parent with DementiaHow adult children cope when their parents have dementia
- The Ups and Downs of Caring for Someone with DementiaThis article brings up some of the issues encountered when a parent has dementia and needs taken care of. It's intent is to educate and offer support to those in this stage of life.
What Kind of Aerobic Exercise Lowers Dementia Risk?The evidence is overwhelming that aerobic exercise lowers risk of dementia.- The Reality of DementiaHow Dementia affects the family members and caregivers
What Causes Dementia?There are five (5) diagnosable types, none of them good. All involve memory loss and the development of multiple cognitive deficits. Alzheimer's disease is one and none of them are completely curable.- Finding In-Home Care for DementiaIf you are thinking about in-home care for someone who is suffering from dementia there are a few things you should consider.
- Natural Steps to Protect Yourself from Alzheimer's DiseaseMany people believe occasional lapses in memory are normal and part of getting old, but medical research shows us that `senior moments’ should not be viewed as normal aging and are cause for concern.
- Relationship Between Dementia and Alzheimer'sIn the general public minds, AD is still a very distant and long-term effect of aging, in some sort linked with dementia. What is then the relationship (or the difference) between dementia and the Alzheimer's Disease?
- Preventing Dementia, Things You Can DoDementia is a scary thing - do what you can now to prevent it
- Gotu Kola: Slowing Progression of Dementia in Elderly AdultsGotu kola is important for older adults. When caring for the elderly, it is important to consider ways in which natural supplements, like gotu kola, can reduce the progression of conditions like dementia. Here is what caretakers need to know.
- Dementia and Your Risks - Are You at Greater Risk for DementiaAre you at greater risk for dementia than other people? Hmm...
Sleep Apnea Doubles Risk of DementiaA new study reveals people who have the common sleep disorder have twice the risk of developing dementia.- IB Middle Years Programme- Personal Project- Alzheimer's DiseaseThis is a project I completed for Schule Schloss Salem in the year 2011 on the topic of Alzheimer's Disease
- Warning Signs of DementiaAlzheimers is the 2nd most feared disease among adults- learn the warning signs...
Sedation Drugs Taking Lives of Dementia SufferersMany people with dementia receive anti-psychotic drugs which are unnecessary. Alternative approaches work best.
Taking Care of a Parent with DementiaDementia is a disease which robs the brain of its function. How to take care of your parent with dementia.- Teaching Children About Alzheimer's/ DementiaAlzheimer's and dementia diseases are difficult to understand for all of us. For children, being around older adults with dementia can be very scary. But kids don't have to be scared, if they are well educated.
Keeping Your Brain Sharp to Avoid DementiaYour Brain is a muscle like any other, even as we age, we have to use it to keep it sharp. Here are some tips on ways to keep your brain active and help increase your chances of avoiding dementia or alzheimer's disease.- Is Intense Exercise Necessary for Preventing Dementia?A new study regarding dementia and exercise has a very interesting result. I'm a certified personal trainer.
- Alzheimer's Isn't the Only Dementia Problem Seniors FacePrimary Progressive Aphasia is a disease in the elderly that slowly disables language over time.
Dementia Care: A Walk Without the White KnucklesEmbarrassed to take your loved one out in public for fear of what they might do? Here are some free tips to guide you through planning and executing a stroll so it's a walk in the park! Ambulating every day promotes med assimilation and sleep.- Obesity in Middle Age Increases the Risk of Alzheimer'sRecent studies are showing that being overweight in middle age dramatically increases the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's later in life. Researchers warn that the U.S. is set for a dementia explosion in 20 years.
- Matching Card Game May Help Association and Memory in Dementia or Alzheimer'sPeople with Dementia or Alzheimer's may benefit from playing a matching card game.
- Blu-ray Review: 'Dementia 13'The younger filmmaking days of the now film legend Francis Ford Coppola had a valuable share of cult classics, which includes this 1963 gothic psychological thriller entitled 'Dementia 13.'
Feline Dementia and Alzheimer's Diagnosis and Treatment OptionsYour cat will go through normal changes throughout their lives. An aging cat may even be affected by dementia with visible signs. There are treatment options to help your cat live a very long healthy life. . .
Pensacola Entrepreneur's Personal Experience Helps Dementia PatientsPensacola's reluctant entrepreneur, Mary Beth Sloan, wanted to help her mother-in-law who struggled with dementia. She created a photo journal that led to a book series that generates communication and improves the quality of life for dementia patients.- Tips on Working with a Person with DementiaHere are five helpful things everyone needs to know to be more successful when working with a person with dementia.
- A New Type of Brain Scan for Early Detection of DementiaIt's important to pick up the early signs of dementia so that a patient suffering from this condition can get help. Could a new type of brain scan make early detection of dementia due to Alzheimer's disease easier?
- Does Drinking Alcohol Lower the Risk of Dementia?Drinking too much alcohol may not be good for your liver, but it could have benefits for your brain. Find out what new research shows about drinking alcohol - and whether it reduces the risk of dementia.
Walking and DementiaA recent study shows a positive link between walking and dementia.
