Studies suggest that 50 – 80% of people with Parkinson’s disease may end up with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD). Here is how you can help.
Behavior Changes with Dementia: Hallucinations
When a person with dementia hallucinates, they experience something very real to them that nobody else does, because they sense something that isn’t there.
Behavior Changes with Dementia: Aggression
If you are on the receiving end of aggressive behavior remember that it is not about you and the person with dementia is not behaving as they are on purpose.
Behavior Changes with Dementia: Sexually Inappropriate Behavior
Inappropriate sexual behavior is disturbing, but it may feel like a much greater challenge when your loved one or the one you care for with dementia acts in ways that are new or different for them.
The Many Types of Dementia
Let’s look at the various types of dementia that are currently not reversible, starting with the most common, Alzheimer’s disease.
Helpful Tips to Help Manage Dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s
While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, there are lifestyle enhancements that may slow down the progression of...
A Family Approach to Memory Care
Alzheimer’s is not a disease affects one person only, it involves everyone in the family. Together, the family will go through each stage and...
Ways To Communicate Effectively With A Loved One Diagnosed With Alzheimer’s
Communication can be one of the most challenging issues for people diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and even other forms of dementia. It...