Alzheimer’s is a disease that cannot be diagnosed by running only one test. When a patient shows signs of this disease, there are various tests and assessments to endure in order to get a proper diagnosis. Cognitive Screening Tests One of the first tests a possible Alzheimer’s patient may be given is a cognitive assessment. [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Have you noticed mom or dad acting a bit differently lately? While we all slow with age and have the occasional bout with memory problems, there are clear signs it may be something more. 1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life. We all forget things once in awhile. Yet when they become frequent and they [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )As you or your loved one gets older, it is time to start planning for the future. While no one enjoys thinking about failing health and becoming dependent, it is a fact of life. When a loved one suffers from Alzheimer’s disease, it is even more essential to plan for the future. By making definite [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Misplaced keys. A forgotten name. All can be a worry to a senior and her family. Is it just a process of aging, or is there something more? Dementia affects the lives of millions of people every day. Although Alzheimer’s disease is the most familiar type of dementia, there are other forms of the disease. [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Millions of people live with Alzheimer’s disease. Either they have it themselves or they know someone who has it. This form of dementia causes problems with the memory, thinking and behavior. As time goes by, it gets increasingly worse. While there are treatments available to help with Alzheimer’s, there is no cure. This disease accounts [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Alzheimer’s is a feared and misunderstood disease. Few people seem to really know how to tell if someone is showing the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. So, to help you help your loved ones, here is John Hopkins’ list of ten signs of early/mild Alzheimer’s. Your loved one probably will not display all ten symptoms, this is [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Many elderly people today show signs of cognitive degeneration. This degeneration ranges from mild forgetfulness to sever cognitive restrictions that interfere with daily living. When these individuals see a primary care physician about their difficulties they and their loved ones might be strongly relieved to receive a prognosis of Dementia. They comfort themselves, that this [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Aging is inevitable. You cannot stop the hands of time. You may be able to delay the visible effects of aging with anti-aging creams and medical procedures, but time will march on. Instead of fighting the process or denying your age, prepare yourself for the future. Knowledge is power and knowing what to expect as [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Caring for an Alzheimer’s patient is a challenge that presents new difficulties almost daily. One area caregivers may particularly struggle with is mealtime. It can be quite a challenge to maintain a patient’s nutrition when they often aren’t willing to eat. So, how can a caregiver successfully encourage a daily meal regimen? 1. Control the [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )One of the most frustrating things about communicating with an Alzheimer’s patient is getting the message across. It can be frustrating for both parties, especially as the disease progresses. Here are tips to help you learn how to communicate better as a caregiver of an Alzheimer’s patient. Slow down. The faster you talk, the more [...]
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