As dementia becomes more advanced, behavior changes that are not easily understood often manifest and can be the result of a phenomenon known as sundowning. These changes can be distressing […]
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Following the meandering path of Alzheimer’s disease is remarkably challenging not just for the patient but also for you, the loved ones. It’s crucial to unravel and cope with a range […]
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Alzheimer’s is a chronic, progressive disease that causes brain cells to degenerate and die off. The disease was first described in 1906 by Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a German psychiatrist after a patient […]
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There is a growing consensus among neurobiologists that says that treatment for Alzheimer’s needs to begin and be tested as soon as possible, even before symptoms arise. However, it can be […]
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Sundowning is a major issue for many senior citizens who are dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. The term refers broadly to a number of symptoms occurring in elderly patients after the time of […]
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As we age, our bodies can weaken and we can experience degenerative physical and mental disease, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible and progressive brain disorder that slow disrupts […]
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The benefits that exercise can have on the brain and body are well researched and recognized. Exercise is something that can help virtually everyone, however, there is some growing evidence that shows […]
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Alzheimer’s is one of the most well-known aging diseases in the United States and the amount of seniors with alzheimer’s continues to rise. Despite how notorious it is, there is not a […]
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According to research from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, as many as five million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, unfortunately, many of these individuals also suffer from a serious problem […]
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Music is not just a form of entertainment, music therapy is an option that can and should be used for dementia patients. One study that examined the neurological benefits of music found […]
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