Lady Margaret Thatcher, former British Prime Minister and great friend of Ronald Regan, has dementia. Lady Thatcher's daughter Carol has published a book called ‘A Swim-on Part in the Goldfish Bowl-A Memoir.' In the book Carol describes the first time she realized her mother's memory was beginning to fail. She says, "The realization... Read more
Acquiring knowledge of Alzheimer's disease is as important for people with the diagnosis as it is for caregivers. A greater understanding of what to expect allows us to plan for the future. Insight can help reduce fear and anxiety and allows others to understand the changes that will take place.
Here's how to gain insight into Alzheimer's... Read more
Imagine you were able to have advance knowledge of Alzheimer's disease, perhaps by as much as several years, would you really want to know? The question may be loaded but it is no longer academic. The technology now exists to provide an early diagnosis of Alzheimer's.
Surgeons in Finland have used a test developed by William Klunk... Read more
I have to share this great, simple technique with you. I have used it myself with excellent results. It is called ‘Stop'! It is a way of preventing repeated, bothersome, unnecessary thoughts (rumination) that occur when we get stressed. It is a great coping strategy.
I use this technique when I am under stress and find myself... Read more
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