Sometimes it’s easy to allow misconceptions to shape our understanding of something. There are a number of myths about Alzheimer’s disease, for example, that have become part of the public consciousness surrounding this health concern. Here, we’ll dispel some of…
While there’s no cure for dementia, activities like meditation for dementia patients can enhance a person’s quality of life by improving the state of their brain health. The Benefits of Mindful Meditation One of the biggest advantages of meditation is…
Lewy bodies are protein deposits that develop in the regions of the brain that involve your thinking, memory, and movement. They overwhelm brain cells, causing them to die. Dementia progressively sets in, and that’s why it’s called Lewy body dementia.…
Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that impairs the brain’s ability to think, remember, and behave. Memory loss is part of that. Understanding how Alzheimer’s and memory loss progresses can help caregivers and family members support loved ones. Memory…
As with almost all memory disorders, early detection is crucial to effective treatment and prolonged ability. Researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) have had a potential breakthrough with an app for Alzheimer’s detection. Their research has resulted in a grant…
Both dementia and Alzheimer’s can have a significant impact on seniors and their loved ones. While there are no known cures for either of these conditions, researchers agree that staying mentally active can help prevent and even slow the effects…
More than six million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s. Approximately 6.2 million Americans over the age of 65 currently live with Alzheimer’s, with 72% being age 75 or older. As the population continues to age, the need for…
You and your family members can enjoy several fun activities with a loved one in dementia care at a memory care community. Think about what they liked to do in the past and prioritize those they can still do today.…
It’s not something we often think about, but there may come a time in your life where an advance health directive can be critical in the event of a health crisis. Your personal values about life-saving efforts in an emergency,…
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