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Ooi, LezanneAustralian Journal of Dementia Care
Does carers’ HRQoL become comparable with the general population after the person they care for dies—and if so, after what period? 3. Is there an effect on HRQoL of bereavement for the network of people who do not provide care for the patient—and how does this compare to the bereavem...
For example, brain-imaging research in Alzheimer’s & Dementia shows that repetitive negative thinking may be involved in the accumulation of damaging brain deposits typically found in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and may heighten the odds of developing dementia. 9 COMMON TYPES OF NEGATIVE ...
A certain insight in their own limitations was a factor that triggered persons with dementia to delegate responsibility to others. They did not seem to completely trust their own judgement. During morning care in a nursing home, a resident was overheard to say to her primary caregiver: “You ...
Lastly, one of the factors that’ll influence the length of stay is also the availability of memory care communities. What does this mean? Well, for starters, people suffering from dementia might end up choosing to go to a facility by themselves or their family might determine the right time...
Key TakeawaysHow does dementia affect communication?1. Limit distractions2. Speak naturally and use gestures3. Use your name and others' names4. Talk about one thing at a time5. Use nonverbal cues6. Avoid overwhelming questions7. Be creative8. Be patient and go with the flow9. Understand ...
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease High blood pressure Heart attack and stroke Type 2 diabetes How to Get More Deep Sleep Here are some healthy habits that may help you get more deep sleep: Give yourself enough time to sleep. Get up at the same time every day. ...
Symptoms are often organized into an easy-to-read format on these charts for convenience. They're used by healthcare professionals, caregivers, and others who could benefit from a quick reference. The dementia stage chart is also sometimes called the Brief Cognitive Rating Scale. ...
Scientists continue to conduct research and develop drug treatments, but there is also an interest in lifestyle habits and changes that might affect dementia. The National Institutes of Health reports that a study of people who adhered to healthy lifestyle habits had a 60 percent lower risk of ...