Dementia currently affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. On average, people who have been diagnosed with dementia live for approximately 10 years after their initial diagnosis. If you have a parent or loved one who’s been diagnosed with dementia, the last thing you probably want to think about is what will happen as the disease progressed. […]
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Dealing with Dementia: What Loved Ones Need to Know About Dementia Behaviors
When a loved one starts showing symptoms of dementia, it’s scary to think that there may come a time when they don’t recognize you. And when certain dementia behaviors arise, making your loved one seem like a different person from the relative you love, it can be even scarier. Here, we’re breaking down a few […]
Can Stress Cause Dementia?: Early Signs of Dementia in Your Loved Ones
Are you concerned that a family member is losing their short-term memory? Are they having trouble cooking, paying bills, and driving? Have they forgotten how to get to their favorite restaurant or the rules to a favorite card game? Worldwide, there are more than 50 million people who have dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of […]
Symptoms, Durations, and Treatment: The 7 Stages of Dementia
If one of your parents was diagnosed with dementia, they have a long road ahead of them. In order for you to help them and remain involved in their life, you need to understand what they’re going through. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia. It contributes to between 60 and 70% of all […]
Loneliness Is a Disease: What You Need to Know About the Link Between Loneliness and Alzheimer’s
Nearly 5.7 million Americans struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Once you learn how loneliness affects Alzheimer’s disease, you’ll be convinced that loneliness is a disease. Someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease every 65 seconds. It’s important to be aware of what heightens one’s risk of developing this disease: loneliness. Here’s what you should know about […]
At-Home Alzheimer’s Test for Early Detection
Who hasn’t walked into a room only to forget why they entered it? Everyone forgets things. Sometimes behaviors related to normal aging can be mistaken for Alzheimer’s. But, what if someone forgets names, dates, and people too often? It’s cause for concern. Alzheimer’s begins with small signs. It can be forgetfulness, an odd behavior, or […]