Getting Paid to Care for a Loved One With Alzheimer’sAbout 80 percent of people who have Alzheimer’s disease are cared for in their home by their own family members. Caring for a loved one can be a rewarding experience... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hypersexuality in DementiaMany behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia can be hard to manage. These symptoms can cause a decline in the quality of life for the person with dementia and their... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preventing Dehydration in Loved Ones With Alzheimer's DiseaseIf you are a caregiver of someone with Alzheimer's disease, you want to provide the best care possible for your loved one. This includes making sure they are staying hydrated... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Different Types of Dementia: A Deep DiveDementia is a condition that is common among older adults. This condition involves the loss of cognitive function. That means it is difficult for people with dementia to think, remember... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Unpacking Ferroptosis: What Does a Build-up of Iron Do to the Brain?New research has discovered a new biological process involved in Alzheimer's disease. This process is called ferroptosis. This may open up new treatment options for Alzheimer's disease. More research is... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Prosopagnosia (Facial Blindness) and Alzheimer’s DiseaseDid you ever wonder why your loved one or patient with Alzheimer's disease has difficulty recognizing their loved ones? Or why they have difficulty recognizing someone's facial expression or facial... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The St. Louis University Mental Status (SLUMS) ExamMedical advances mean adults are living longer than before. In an aging population, dementia is more prevalent. And more people with dementia require earlier testing and intervention. Primary care doctors... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Senescent Cells and Alzheimer's DiseaseAging is the main risk factor for Alzheimer's disease (AD). We do not yet know why aging makes people more vulnerable to AD. One possibility is a process called "cellular... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Are People With Alzheimer's Resistant to Bathing?As Alzheimer's or dementia progress, people with these conditions may need help with personal hygiene. One task they may need help with is bathing. But people with Alzheimer's can often... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Does Vitamin D Affect Alzheimer's Risk or Progression?Vitamin D plays an important role in our health. It helps the body absorb and retain calcium. Calcium helps the body build strong bones. Vitamin D also helps the body... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Watching My Loved Ones' Experience: The A's of Alzheimer's DiseaseMy journey with Alzheimer's disease has been through the eyes of a healthcare professional and a caregiver to both my parents. Through my years of experience, I have witnessed firsthand... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Eye Health and Alzheimer's: Navigating the Eye Doctor’s OfficeAlzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia. About 6.7 million people over the age of 65 in the United States have Alzheimer's disease. For people between 30 and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is Dementia-Informed Care?Dementia impacts nearly 50 million people worldwide. People living with dementia may have complex care needs. The focus in average care might be on schedules or organization. Dementia-informed care –... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of Diversity in Alzheimer's Research ParticipantsDoctors use Alzheimer's research to understand the best way to treat each person. Because differences between people can change the way they respond to a drug, diversity in research is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Home and Community Based Services for Alzheimer'sAging in place, at home, is a common goal. People with Alzheimer's and their loved ones are no different. As the person with Alzheimer's declines, it becomes harder for them... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Circadian Rhythm: The Relationship Between Sleep and Alzheimer'sAs you age, your body changes. One thing that happens as you get older is your sleep patterns tend to be different. You could also have a decline in brain... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer's and Mild Cognitive Impairment: What's the Connection?Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is when someone experiences problems with memory, language, thinking, or planning. These symptoms are greater than the changes experienced with aging but may not impact daily... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Palliative Care Versus Hospice CarePalliative care often gets confused with hospice care. While they provide similar services, they are quite different from one another. Palliative care is specialized medical care that aims to reduce... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Cognitive Reserve - What Is It?One of the concepts discussed in recent Alzheimer's disease research is cognitive reserve. If you have read about cognitive reserve, you may have wondered what it is. And what does... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Amyloid Cascade Hypothesis and Alzheimer's DiseaseJohn Hardy and Gerald Higgins published their amyloid cascade hypothesis in 1992. Amyloid is a protein that normally is not found in our bodies. But it is found in the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
