Holiday Hints for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Many caregivers have mixed feelings about holidays. They may have happy memories of the past, but they also may worry about the extra demands that holidays make on their time and energy.
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A Serving a Day of Leafy Greens Can Help Slow Cognitive Decline
A 2018 report in the journal Neurology found that a diet containing approximately one serving of green leafy vegetables per day is associated with slower age-related cognitive decline, according to the National Institute of Health.
7 Surprising Benefits of Doing Jigsaw Puzzles for All Ages
Studies show that people who do jigsaw and crossword puzzles have longer life spans with less chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss, or dementia.
Mixed Dementia May Be the Most Common Cause of Dementia
It is common for people with dementia to have mixed dementia—a combination of two or more types of dementia. A number of combinations are possible.
Tips for Talking about Alzheimer’s with a Family Member
“Alzheimer’s disease is challenging, but talking about it doesn’t have to be,” said Ruth Drew, director of Information and Support Services at the Alzheimer’s Association.
Ten Tips for Coping with Behavior Changes in Alzheimer’s Patients
Caregivers cannot stop Alzheimer’s-related changes in personality and behavior, but they can learn to cope with them. Here are some suggestions for understanding and coping with these changes.