People with dementia may experience anxiety, and this is a normal part of the disease. Anxiety can present itself in many ways—from unexplained fear to physical symptoms like a racing heart or sweating. Here are some tips on how you can help your loved one cope with anxiety caused by dementia: Understand The Reasons Behind Anxiety…
If you’re feeling burnt out from caregiving, know that you’re not alone. The National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP estimate that over 34 million Americans deliver unpaid care to an adult who is 50 years of age or older. Although caring for others can be incredibly fulfilling, it can also be extremely taxing, especially for…
There are two different types of dementia: Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. There are many parallels between the two progressive neurological (nervous system-related) ailments, but there are also some obvious differences between them as well. This article examines how Alzheimer’s disease vs Lewy Body dementia differ. Differences At a Glance Lewy body dementia (LBD)…
Older adults usually lose weight, with 25% of them experiencing unanticipated weight reduction. While medical issues can occasionally play a role in abrupt weight loss in older populations, this is not always the case. When a person loses a significant amount of weight within six to twelve months without intending to do so and the…
Your loved one may occasionally refuse to take a bath, take their medication, or simply act uncooperatively. On top of that, they may refuse the care they desperately need. Many factors could lead a senior to act in this way. When they require assistance with something, they could feel embarrassed or stressed out from not…
