What is a memory? From a definitional standpoint, it’s our ability to encode, store, retain and recall past experiences. From a personal standpoint, memories mean the world. In my work with dementia patients and their family and professional caregivers, memory loss is...
Rarely do we get enough sleep, or at least that’s how it feels. Proper rest correlates with mental wellness, happiness, lower stress levels, healthy weight loss and a stronger immune system. So, it’s no wonder that many of us may feel a little cranky when we first...
After delivering a presentation in Ohio recently, I received a thank-you email from someone who didn’t attend the event. Peggy’s 93-year-old mother was recently diagnosed with dementia, so she had hoped to make it to the event, where I shared my story about my...
Chronic pain in older individuals may be an indicator of changes in the brain that can contribute to dementia, according to a new study. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco and published in JAMA Internal Medicine, reveals...
Being dementia-aware is the strongest asset a caregiver can possess. By this I mean having a thorough understanding of the disease and the best methods to provide compassionate care. In seminars and talks I conduct with caregivers across the country, I remind them of...
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