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The Caregiver’s Risk for Dementia

Taking care of a loved one with dementia can take a huge toll on your own health, and according to a recent study, chronic stress may put caregivers at risk of developing dementia themselves. Caregiving already puts you at risk for developing depression and other health problems, but stress in particular can affect the hippocampus …

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What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?

Many people use the words “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s disease” interchangeably. However, they’re not the same thing. You can have a form of dementia that is completely unrelated to Alzheimer’s. Here is a list of the differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s. • Dementia is a Group of Symptoms: Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of …

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Young People and Dementia

According to the Alzheimer’s Organization, people under the age of 65 are considered ‘young’ to be experiencing signs of dementia. Other terms that are often used are ‘young-onset dementia’ and ‘working age dementia’. The diagnosis for dementia in younger people can often take a long time to detect because of the awareness of the symptoms …

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Early At-Home Care for A Love One with Dementia

What is dementia? Dementia affects a person by diminishing one’s mental capabilities. The symptoms include problems with memory, speaking and understanding speech, planning, and performing other complex behaviors. Unfortunately, these symptoms will get worse over time. If you are caring for someone with dementia, there are some important ways to ensure that he or she …

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Managing Aggressive Behavior in Alzheimer’s Patients

What do we mean by ‘Aggressive’? • Becoming easily irritated, and lashing out to other individuals in a physically and mentally abusive manner. • Threatening others when the Alzheimer’s patient is in the presence of other individuals • Lashing out at others for no particular reason. Here are 3 ways to deal with this unsuspecting …

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