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Carol Bradley Bursack

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An Elder’s Paranoia Affects the Caregiver

One of the many heartbreaking effects of Alzheimer's and other dementias is that the person with the disease can become paranoid. You see paranoid behavior in nursing homes on a regular basis and it can be confusing to observers. Is an elder complaining about being ignored and not fed because he or she can't remember eating or is this really... Read moreChevron
posted 05/22/2010, comments (11)|
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Carol Bradley Bursack

Carol Bradley Bursack, Health Guide

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Let's Talk!

For the first time on OurAlzheimer's.com, we will be hosting a live chat for the OurAlzheimer's.com community. I'll be hosting it and am looking forward to some real-time communication. Our first chat will explore possible living arrangements for a recently diagnosed Alzheimer's patient. You all have such a range of experience and... Read moreChevron
posted 05/17/2010, comments (0)|
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Christine Kennard

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Mental Health Month: A Guide to Agitation in Alzheimer's Disease

When people with Alzheimer's have regular or severe periods of agitation it can put unbearable strain on already stressed family relationships. Agitation is very common in people with dementia. Sixty to 80 percent of people with Alzheimer'swill experience it at some point in their illness. Although agitation can be seen at any stage of the... Read moreChevron
posted 05/12/2010, comment (1)|
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Christine Kennard

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Tips on Matching Exercise to People with Alzheimer's

People with Alzheimer's are as varied as people in any walk of life. They have a variety of different lifestyles and have diverse life histories. So, choosing any activity has to be carefully matched to the individual. In this sharepost I have put together some important tips on how to choose activities that provide important... Read moreChevron
posted 04/27/2010, comment (1)|
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Dorian Martin

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Photography Can Be Great Hobby and Memory Recorder for Those with Dementia

I was just reading an informative article in USA Today that focused on Bob and Carol Blackwell. Bob was diagnosed four years ago Alzheimer’s while Carol has stepped into the caregiving role. They recently participated in the Alzheimer’s Association’s effort to advocate for awareness and funding to fight the disease from members... Read moreChevron
posted 04/13/2010, comment (1)|
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