The Rise of Pseudomedicine for Dementia and Brain Health
A recent article published online at the JAMA network looked at the rise of different therapies being promoted for dementia and brain health. In particular, the article took aim at the supplement market. The author argues, 'the most common example of pseudomedicine is...
Guest Post: How to Take Care of a Parent with Dementia
Aging is an undeniable fact. Sooner or later, we are going to succumb to the calling of time, and with it, experience the inevitable deterioration of our bodies — with dementia being one of the most common health issues for the elderly. This is, however, more...
REMEMBER
The month of November is a time to remember. On November 11th there is a collective moment around much of the world to reflect on the sacrifice made by many soldiers, sailors and airmen and women. Is remembering important? Our collective memory shapes us. It has an...
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...
Alcohol 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...
Music 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.