Aug 11, 2017

Aromatherapy for Sundowning – VIDEO

Aromatherapy has been found to be effective in helping with the agitation, anxiety and irritability that often occurs in people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

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Dementia: tips to de-escalate conflict

Sometimes people caring for those who are living dementia must deal with situations where the person in their care becomes combative, and even aggressive. In this article, we will look at ways to help caregivers de-escalate these challenging situations, without feeling as though the only option is physical restraint or medication. Why do people become aggressive... Read More

Alzheimer’s and Severe Stress, Experts Say There is a Connection

With the actual cause of Alzheimer’s disease still unknown, research continues to make advances every day. In a recent study, scientists have found indications that severe stress in middle age can lead to dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. The reason, they have found, is mainly due to the cumulative damage that chronic or severe stress induces... Read More

New eye scan may lead to less invasive test for Alzheimer’s 

  They say that eyes are the window to the soul, but eyes also may reveal important early signs we have Alzheimer’s Disease. Australian scientists have discovered a quick, non-invasive eye scan that can identify changes in the eye’s retina. The scan may one day be used to diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease well before symptoms are... Read More
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