Dementia

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Planning Thanksgiving After My Mom’s Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

Holiday meals when a loved one has dementia can be stressful, giving rise to moments of heightened confusion. Notifying all guests about what to expect can help ensure an enjoyable occasion for all. Dr. Catherine Madison, neurologist and Seniors At Home Medical Director, writes about navigating such holiday gatherings based on her very personal experience […]

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New Study Reveals the First Sign of Alzheimer’s and It Might Surprise You

Though most of us might assume that the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease is memory loss, new research suggests that trouble with navigation may happen first. The study has found that well before a clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can be made, patients struggle with mapping and finding their way around new surroundings. Participants were asked

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