Types of Dementia
There are multiple types of dementia – each related to cognitive decline and critical mental functions. Most impact older adults over 65, but not all. Although age is a risk factor for developing many forms of dementia, aging itself does not directly cause dementia, says Dr. David Irwin. “It’s possible to live to be over […]
Does diabetes increase my risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
Diabetes. It’s a disease marked by the body’s inability to regulate blood sugar and complications that can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart and feet. Even though it affects one in 10 people in the United States, many are not aware that numerous studies have suggested a link between Type 2 diabetes and a greater […]
Driving with Dementia
Marty Finley, M-Ed Memory Care Navigator I’m concerned that dementia is compromising the driving safety of a loved one. What signs should I look for? (As seen in the Sun City West Independent) If other drivers are frequently honking at them, that can be a sign that dementia is diminishing driving skills. There are other […]
What is the Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia?
Marty Finley, M-Ed Memory Care Navigator Dementia is an umbrella term that describes memory dysfunction and a decline in intellectual abilities, which are significant enough to disrupt daily living. It could be a decline in judgment, reasoning, problem-solving or more. There are more then 70 different types of dementia with Alzheimer’s disease being the most […]
Quick Study: The Latest on Vitamin D and Dementia
New research shows a clear link, plus 3 ways to get more D Guest post by Laine Bergeson for Next Avenue Older adults who are severely vitamin D deficient have a 122 percent increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s, according to a new study published in the journal Neurology. The research team, lead by Dr. David Llewellyn at the University of […]
Are Your Loved One’s Dementia Symptoms Reversible?
Too often, doctors and caregivers see symptoms of dementia as permanent when the problem may be a simple infection By Gary Drevitch for Next Avenue Among the myriad ways my kids have it better than me: As a child, I had only two grandparents, one of whom died when I was still very young. But my […]
