Don’t Let COVID Make You Lose Touch During the Holidays
According to a recent survey, almost half of the public thinks it’s pointless to keep in contact with dementia patients who cannot recognize familiar faces or remember anything “meaningful.”
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“Mom, Grandpa Is Acting Funny. I’m scared!”
When dementia strikes an older family member in the Lehigh Valley area, the effect on children can be overlooked, especially when the children knew “Grandma and Grandpa” in earlier, more “normal,” days.
Lower Handgrip Strength Associated with Cognitive Impairment
Older adults with weaker handgrip are more likely to be cognitively impaired than those with a stronger grip. Handgrip strength may be a low-cost way to detect cognitive impairment.
How To Share Caregiving Responsibilities with Family Members Near and Far
Caring for an older family member often requires teamwork. While one sibling might be local and take on most of the caregiving responsibilities, a long-distance caregiver can also have an important role.
How To Build a Better Brain
The brain we are born with is not necessarily the brain you have all your life. If that sounds like someone has lost a few brain cells, read on to find out how Lehigh Valley residents can fight cognitive decline.
Study Finds Memory Testing Needs Adjusting According to Gender
A new study has shown that because women normally score higher than men on tests of verbal memory, they may not be diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment as early as men. This can give many women a later start than they need in the treatment of Alzheimer’s.