These studies show dark chocolate improves memory & mood, boosts immunity and reduces stress as well as inflammation.
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Showing posts with label Mood. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mood. Show all posts
Thursday, November 24
Dark Chocolate Boosts Memory
These studies show dark chocolate improves memory & mood, boosts immunity and reduces stress as well as inflammation.
Thursday, October 6
How to Manage Dementia's Hallucinations without Drugs
Hallucinations in dementia often pose bigger challenges than memory and cognitive problems. Watch these smart caregiver strategies from the University of Texas.
Thursday, September 15
Effects of Lying to a Dementia Patient
3 professors at the prestigious Stanford University Center for Ethics in Society share differing thoughts on respecting the autonomy of people with dementia, whether it is better or worse to lie to them, and whether the act of lying may cause one to be less honest, more frequently.
Sunday, September 4
Antidepressants, Antihistamines & Dementia
From allergies to moods, most of us get relief from drugs known as "anticholinergics". Some raise dementia risk, some don't. Do we always need them? A study of 300,000 people offers answers to help you and your doctor better weigh the risks and benefits.
Tuesday, June 7
9 Tips for Coping with Agitation and Aggression
Thursday, June 2
Memories Fade But Feelings Remain
Monday, May 23
How to Handle Frustrating People with Dementia
People with dementia can say, do and act in the most frustrating ways. Learn why it happens the way it does, how to take it, and what to do about it.
Monday, April 25
Alzheimer's Agitation: Citalopram May Help
Agitation is one of the most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s. See why citalopram may be effective in alleviating Alzheimer's agitation and aggression.
Wednesday, February 23
Alzheimer's Agitation Reduced by Dextromethorphan-Quinidine Pill
Aggression and agitation are hard challenges in dementia. An important study may offer some simple answers.
Wednesday, February 16
Antipsychotics Drop 20% If Focus is on What Dementia Residents CAN Do
Monday, February 14
Caffeine & Alzheimer's: Protects Before, Problems After
Years of good research suggested caffeine lowers the risk of getting dementia. Now, top researchers uncovered a subtle twist - evidence that AFTER dementia kicks in, continuing to drink caffeine may exert opposite effects. Get the details.
Monday, January 18
Get into the Head of People with Dementia
Thoughtful Dementia Care is today's best book on understanding the dementia experience. It is an easy-to-read, sensitive portrayal of the changing world of people with dementia and their caregivers. The book offers insights into emotional reactions with practical suggestions. It provides a deep understanding of the way people with dementia view many situations. The many portrayals of real life experiences clarify and deepen the explanations.
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Sunday, July 12
Kisses for Elizabeth: Resolving Negative Behavior in Dementia
In Kisses for Elizabeth, the author breaks down different behaviors and lets you know how to react when a person with dementia is acting a certain way. She lets you know what to expect, what NOT to do, as well as what TO do. Forty vivid, heartwarming, true stories alongside 15 clear guidelines fill the reader with a wide variety of ideas for managing difficult behaviors, as well as for providing comfort and care.
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