Scientists are at long last starting to get a handle on the imbalance between Alzheimer’s diagnoses in females and men. Generally, approximately 2/3 of people with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. are female, and as researchers start to better understand the particular nuances behind the pattern of women and dementia, we are able to begin to […]
continue readingThey’re already understood to result in a number of short-term side effects, such as memory issues and confusion, but new research links several of the stronger anticholinergic drugs (such as those prescribed for Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, depression, and overactive bladder) as potential risk factors for dementia.
continue readingOf the many challenges pertaining to providing care for a senior loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association indicates that the most prevalent challenge is with personal hygiene for a number of reasons:
continue reading“Yes, of course Mom can move in with me!” More family caregivers are making this noble choice each and every day, signifying the start of lifestyle changes they can only fully comprehend when in the middle of them. And even though the positive aspects of providing care for an adult family member are immeasurable, they […]
continue readingOf the numerous effects of Alzheimer’s disease, probably one of the most concerning is the person’s propensity for wandering, together with potential dangers that can arise if the senior becomes confused or lost. Wandering can happen any time the older adult is: Frightened, confused or overwhelmed Searching for someone or something Bored Wanting to keep […]
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