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Early-Onset Dementia: Types, Causes, & Symptoms
Early-onset dementia is a difficult condition to navigate. Whether dementia affects you or a loved one, you want to do everything in your power to respond appropriately. This starts with understanding what the condition is along with what its types, causes, and symptoms are. Keep reading to learn more about early-onset dementia so you’re equipped with the knowledge you need
Frontotemporal Dementia: Types, Symptoms, & Causes
An estimated 50,000 to 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). This cognitive disease is most common in adults aged 40 to 65 but can occur in younger and older adults. The best way to confront a disease like this is to understand its scope. Keep reading to learn about the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of FTD along with
5 Ways to Reduce Your Chances of Developing Dementia
Though there are no ways to avoid dementia, read here to learn about the top 5 Dementia Risk Factors and how you can reduce your chances of developing Dementia. How to Prevent Dementia We often get the question “Can dementia be prevented?” Unfortunately, there are no ways to avoid dementia because the leading causes of dementia—age and genetics—can’t be altered.
Early Signs of Alzheimer’s
9 Common Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Knowing what signs to look for is the key to getting your loved ones the individualized care they need. Below are nine common signs that someone with Alzheimer’s may exhibit. Memory Loss Along with repeating the same question multiple times in a conversation, it’s also common for those with Alzheimer’s to forget simple details
4 Types Of Dementia Behaviors & Ways to Respond
When your loved one suffers from dementia, you will do anything to get them the quality care they need. What many people do not realize is that quality dementia care starts right at home. The best thing you can do for your loved one is to understand common dementia behaviors and respond appropriately. We have created an outline of common
What To Do If Your Loved One With Late-Stage Dementia Is Not Eating
An estimated 10%-15% of people with dementia experience a decrease in their food and drink consumption at some point while they have the condition. If someone with late-stage dementia is not eating, it is likely a sign of one or more underlying problems. Appetite loss in dementia patients may result from another health condition, lack of physical activity, or the
Dementia Vs Delirium: Top 6 Differences & Symptoms
Do you have a loved one suffering from delirium or dementia? It’s important to know the differences, causes, and symptoms of these two conditions so you’re prepared to take care of your loved one. If you are researching the differences between delirium vs. dementia, we have compiled a list of the symptoms and signs you need to be familiar with.
Top 8 Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s Disease
People often wonder if there is a way to reduce their loved one’s chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Some risk factors that cause degenerative brain disease can’t be changed, such as an individual’s age, hereditary conditions, and genetics. However, risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease such as lifestyle and wellness can be influenced. Whether it’s more exercise, adding healthy choices to
7 Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease & Ways to Care For a Loved One
What Are the Stages of Vascular Dementia? Treatments & Tips
As one of the most common forms of dementia, it’s helpful to recognize not just the onset of vascular dementia but how it progresses and the timeline. It’s the only way to offer your loved one the best possible support. Each of the vascular dementia stages can progress at different rates depending on which underlying factor caused it. Vascular Dementia
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