We have talked before in this column about the fact that there are many different disease processes that can cause dementia. Dementia is the general term that describes a loss of brain function that affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior. Some of...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Sounds so good in the song, but I am sure that all of you are dreading at least some small part of the upcoming holiday season. It is an overwhelming season that seems to start earlier and earlier each year. Whether you are an...
To tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth… This is a familiar oath that most of us live by, but when living with or working with someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia, it is not always the best approach. As many of you well know,...
I was recently asked “what is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?” Alzheimer’s disease is actually a type of dementia, like McIntosh is a type of apple. WebMD defines dementia as “the loss of mental functions, such as thinking, memory, and...
Does your loved one with Alzheimer’s disease do some strange things? Use common objects the wrong way? Have difficulty with simple tasks like sitting in chair? Not recognize familiar people or places? These seemingly odd behaviors are the result of Agnosia. Webster...
In recent weeks I have had conversations with some of you about issues related to bathroom use, particularly with respect to persons with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. The process of going to the bathroom is something that we all take for granted, not even...
