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.
Dementia is a complex condition that affects not only those living with it but their families and friends as well. People they have loved and shared life with for decades are displaying great changes in personality and behaviour. This can be deeply troubling for those seeing and responding to these changes. Apathy is a relatively...
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Benzodiazepines or “Benzos” are a group of drugs called minor tranquillisers. These drugs are prescribed by a doctor to help people with anxiety or sleep problems. This class of drug is often prescribed to people with Alzheimer’s disease, however, a new study suggests that such drugs may increase the risk of death. A new study...
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An aged care facility with a built in ‘Main Street’ – complete with cafe, cinema, beauty salon and more – is providing comfort and joy to residents. ‘Main Street’ enables residents to continue taking part in the activities they enjoy most, whether it be playing cards, having their hair and nails done, catching a classic...
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