With Alzheimer’s costs on the rise, what will we do ahead? Who will be able to afford care? Without our current caregiving population, often composed of immigrants, what will happen if we limit immigration? How can we feel better and prepare better for the trends ahead? About 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s
A ground breaking study reveals evidence that marijuana’s component THC (tetraydrocannabinol) and other cannabinoids may actually promote the reduction of brain inflammation as well as result the removal of amyloid beta — a major component of “plaque” deposits — hallmarks of an individual’s having the dementia known as Alzheimer’s. Earlier
Brain functioning of those suffering from dementia can be improved if they belt out their favorite show tunes, according to a recent 4-month long study by U.S. scientists. Interestingly, listening to old favorites from the heyday of their youths — songs like “Oklahoma” ”Wizard of Oz” and ”Sound of Music” — has
Have you given up on visiting your parent or loved one who has dementia? Do you feel that they won’t even remember the visit or know who you are? A survey showed that 42% of the public think that there is no point in staying in contact at this
“There’s so much sad and depressing information about the depth and extent of suffering associated with memory loss illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. We’d like to share this uplifting 2 minute video on how to put the fun, music, old memories and great smells back into your aging loved
Have your aging parents ever told you they wanted to “go home” when they already were in their home or didn’t recognize their new home in a senior facility? This is one of those OMG! moments I write about in my book, “OH MY GOD! WE’RE PARENTING OUR PARENTS: How
Neuropsychologist David Loewenstein conducted a 5-year study to see “how some people seem to be able to fend off memory loss, whether by genetic, environmental or other means. The study revealed that those who stay busy, exercise, having social connections, and do well economically “are much less at risk for
“Alzheimer’s is the cleverest thief, because she not only steals from you, but she steals the very thing you need to remember what’s been stolen. ” ― Jarod Kintz One of the greatest challenges of caring for your aging parents is the onset of debilitating illnesses like the form