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Can We Still Be Friends? Dementia and Friendship
Being diagnosed with dementia can be devastating to a friendship. Individuals with dementia often feel their friends have abandoned them and friends often don't know what to say or how to react. You may even wonder...'Can we still be friends?' Feeling uncomfortable or...
read moreAlcohol Consumption Increases Dementia Risk
Alcohol consumption and dementia have a complex relationship. And the landscape is changing. In the past few years, research has been published suggesting: Red wine as part of the Mediterranean diet may lower dementia risk. Heavy drinking has been linked to increased...
read moreMusic and Memory – Charles Cleyn – Decisions (Music Video)
I really liked this music video. I think it captures the power of relationships and how music can take us to places of remembering.
read more5 Ways that Lack of Sleep Affects the Brain
Have you been skimping on sleep thinking that you’re gaining more from your waking hours? Let’s face it! You have been fooling yourself all this time. Scientific evidence suggests that depriving the mind off sleep distorts the way it functions. The truth is,...
read moreDealing with the Caregiver Burden. The Keywords are Ask – Find – Accept – Treasure.
What is the Caregiver Burden? You may have heard about or read the term caregiver burden. You may have wondered what exactly that refers to. The caregiver burden is a term used to describe the physical, emotional, and financial costs of providing care. It is used to...
read moreWater, Water, Water
Water plays an important role in good brain functioning.Our bodies require water to hydrate the blood and tissues, lubricate our joints, regulate temperature, and moisten the lungs to allow for breathing. So those stiff joints may actually be a lack of proper...
read moreTen Dementia Warning Signs
How do I tell if my mom or dad has dementia? What are some of the warning signs? In this post I want to tell you about 10 warning signs that may indicate dementia is present. If you recognize them in your mom or dad, a trip to the doctor is warranted. Memory loss As...
read moreIs Your Mom or Dad Getting Enough Sleep?
Is you mom or dad getting a good quality sleep? Are they sleeping a lot during the day and then not very much at night? Are you worried that they are not well-rested when they wake up in the morning? Getting a good night’s sleep is critical for good brain health, yet...
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