Articles On:Alzheimer’s / Dementia

June 1, 2022

Life Lessons from ‘This Is Us’

Writer Terri L. Jones describes the heart-wrenching experience of watching the last two seasons of ...

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The Pierson family - the big three surround Rebecca in her final days of battling Alzheimer's. Image screenshot from the official web pages of NBC's "This Is Us," https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/this-is-us-why-we-didnt-hear-the-big-threes-eulogies-for-rebecca . For writer Terri L. Jones and other families struggling with Alzheimer’s, the last two seasons of “This Is Us” strike painfully close to home.
May 31, 2022

Can Activity Prevent Dementia?

Andrew E. Budson, M.D. of Harvard Health Blog answers the question: can activity prevent dementia? ...

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couple stretching together before a jog. photo by Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. Can activity prevent dementia? A look at cognitive activity and Alzheimer’s + physical activity and cognitive decline provides an answer.
May 13, 2022

Disinhibited Behaviors in Dementia

Disinhibited behaviors in Alzheimer’s and other dementia patients can be common – and embarrassing. Seniors ...

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Angry elderly man. Photo by Scott Griessel Dreamstime.com. Disinhibited behaviors in dementia and Alzheimer’s patients can be common and embarrassing. We examine how to respond to impulsive behaviors.
May 9, 2022

Tips on Caregiving for Dementia Patients

Seniors Guide offers 5 tips on caregiving for dementia patients, from caring for oneself to ...

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elderly couple photo by Fotoluminate Dreamstime. Wise caregiving for dementia patients includes caring for the caregiver and understanding what to expect from Alzheimer's and other dementias.
April 27, 2022

Sexuality and Dementia

In the third of our series on seniors and intimacy, we look at the realities ...

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loving couple photo by Fotoluminate Dreamstime. Part 3 of our series on seniors and intimacy examines sexuality and dementia. Does desire fade? Is physical enjoyment a thing of the past?
April 12, 2022

The Diabetes and Dementia Connection

Dr. Andrew Budson of the Harvard Health Blog looks at the diabetes and dementia connection, ...

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A newly published study examined the association between age of onset of diabetes and the development of dementia. A look at the diabetes and dementia connection, including age of onset as a risk factor, and what you can do to keep yourself healthy.
March 11, 2022

Communication and Alzheimer’s: Loving Ways to Connect

Communication and Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging as the dementia progresses, but there are loving ...

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Two Older Women Visiting. Photo By Satjawat Boontanataweepol Dreamstime. For article, Communication and Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging as the dementia progresses, but there are loving ways to connect.
March 1, 2022

16 Brain Exercises for Seniors

We all want to keep our brain sharp as we get older. What works best? ...

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November 4, 2021

Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga: Magic of Music in Friendship and Alzheimer’s

Kari Smith, a professional musician and regular contributor to Seniors Guide, reflects on the friendship ...

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Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett perform at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS). For article on Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga
September 21, 2021

Anosognosia and Alzheimer’s Disease

There are, of course, many facets to dementia other than just memory loss. One common ...

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Anosognosia and Alzheimer's