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I was holding my husband last night when he took his last breath. He left this earth at 10:55 pm (June 19, 2020 with acute pulmonary edema) after a week of declining health. No, it was not the Covid-1…

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I was holding my husband last night when he took his last breath. He left this earth at 10:55 pm (June 19, 2020 with acute pulmonary edema) after a week of declining health. No, it was not the Covid-19. It was after 21 years of fighting heart disease and resulting vascular dementia - to stay alive because he loved life. I am very happy to have been there with him as he transitioned from this world to another. I was certainly blessed with many years sharing and providing for his care. I was able to nurture and love him. He was able to champion me as he lived with his dementia. His life path al…

Featured article: NEUROSCIENCE NEWS on September 2, 2019 Summary: Researchers have identified the location of dysfunctional brain networks that lead to impaired sentence production and word-finding i…

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Featured article: NEUROSCIENCE NEWS on September 2, 2019 Summary: Researchers have identified the location of dysfunctional brain networks that lead to impaired sentence production and word-finding in primary progressive aphasia (PPA). PPA can occur in those with neurodegenerative diseases, such as frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Mapping the networks allows clinicians to apply non-invasive brain stimulation to potentially improve speech in those with PPA. For the first time, Northwestern Medicine scientists have pinpointed the location of dysfunctional brain networks that …

Original article by Dee Rapposelli July 5, 2017 RESEARCH UPDATE Distinguishing dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) from Alzheimer disease (AD) has been a challenge. DLB is often misdiagnosed as AD only …

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Original article by Dee Rapposelli July 5, 2017 RESEARCH UPDATE Distinguishing dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) from Alzheimer disease (AD) has been a challenge. DLB is often misdiagnosed as AD only to be correctly revealed at autopsy. Missed or misdiagnosed DLB has persisted despite consensus diagnostic criteria published at the end of 2005.1 A recently updated consensus report of the DLB Consortium aims to bring greater Clarity and diagnostic precision to the identification and management of DLB.2 Revised consensus criteria The revised DLB consensus criteria provide clear guidance re…

The seven stages of Alzheimer's are helpful in finding the words to discuss Alzheimer's. Caregivers find them particularly useful in support groups, as well as in conversations with doctors and other …

The seven stages of …

The seven stages of Alzheimer's are helpful in finding the words to discuss Alzheimer's. Caregivers find them particularly useful in support groups, as well as in conversations with doctors and other professionals. Although the progression of Alzheimer's disease can be slowed down today thanks to today's medications, it cannot as of yet be stopped. The process is described in general terms as going through 3 steps:Mild Alzheimer’s Moderate Alzheimer’s Severe Alzheimer’s.For more meaningful terms between professionals, caregivers and patients, a more detailed process has be…

APATHY strikes 90% of people with dementia, sooner or later. Faster decline and care problems result. Apathy is the most common neuropsychiatric symptom of dementia, with a bigger impact than memory l…

APATHY strikes 90% o…

APATHY strikes 90% of people with dementia, sooner or later. Faster decline and care problems result. Apathy is the most common neuropsychiatric symptom of dementia, with a bigger impact than memory loss. Proper stimulation makes all the difference. Learn why. No alt text provided for this image A new study from the University of Exeter has found that apathy is present in nearly half of all people with dementia, at any single point in time. 90% of the people with dementia experience apathy at some point. Apathy is the most common neuropsychiatric symptom of dementia, with a bigger impact on …

Originally published on March 26, 2015 by Larissa Romensky The monochord sound bed and its powersSound therapist Denise Davis of Harcourt strums her monochord sound bed (ABC Central Victoria:Lari…

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Originally published on March 26, 2015 by Larissa Romensky The monochord sound bed and its powersSound therapist Denise Davis of Harcourt strums her monochord sound bed (ABC Central Victoria:Larissa Romensky) As Denise strums the strings beneath the large wooden 'bed' the vibrations can be felt beneath the surface. This wooden instrument with 55 strings beneath it is what she uses to deliver sound Therapy to her clients. Half of the strings are made of stainless steel and the other half of copper, each tuned to a particular note, which make up a chord. The strings are tuned by the peg…

Dementia and Gut Bacteria: New Research Shows Link A new study presented at the International Stroke Conference and published online in the Scientific Reports journal has found a correlation between …

Dementia and Gut Bac…

Dementia and Gut Bacteria: New Research Shows Link A new study presented at the International Stroke Conference and published online in the Scientific Reports journal has found a correlation between dementia and gut bacteria – finding that the depletion of certain gut bacteria results in an increased risk of the disease. Learn more about the study and what it means for the future of dementia research. Dementia and Gut Bacteria The study involved 128 outpatients visiting a memory care clinic. Researchers accounted for demographics, including other dementia risk factors, and used MRI bra…

Reprint of an article on improving Sleep and the life of someone living with a dementia: Dementia Care: Re-Connecting with The Sleep Kit May 23, 2018 Author is Eve Baird My nightly routine consists o…

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Reprint of an article on improving sleep and the life of someone living with a dementia: Dementia Care: Re-Connecting with The Sleep Kit May 23, 2018 Author is Eve Baird My nightly routine consists of washing my face, brushing my teeth, and reading my book. I’m sure that as you read this, you’re thinking about what your own bedtime routine is like. Perhaps you simply brush your teeth and hop into bed, or maybe your bedtime is more of an elaborate ritual, like my Granddad’s was. He used to spend at least an hour in the evening washing his face, combing his hair and shaving, all while sin…

If a man lives to be 100, how many people will take the time to honor his long and productive life? The International Caregivers Association, LLC is mourning following the death of our first Chairman…

If a man lives to be…

If a man lives to be 100, how many people will take the time to honor his long and productive life? The International Caregivers Association, LLC is mourning following the death of our first Chairman of the Board, Sir Norman Duncan. He always served the association well and without reservation. He died at Martinsburg VA Center in Virginia, USA on Friday, August 16, 2019.  Norman suffered a major stroke in January 2019 and barely recovered so he could fly to Normandy France this past June. Sitting in the front row in his wheelchair along other veterans, he actively participated in the 75th a…

This article is a reprint of "4 MYTHS ABOUT Aging" at Aging Defeated. These guidelines apply to everyone and also apply to those living with a dementia; especially someone who has been able to contain…

This article is a re…

This article is a reprint of "4 MYTHS ABOUT AGING" at Aging Defeated. These guidelines apply to everyone and also apply to those living with a dementia; especially someone who has been able to contain their dementia with Energy Medicine. More information on containing a dementia is available at https://internationalcaregiversassociation.com/ Not long ago, most folks – including scientists – believed that our bodies simply wear out as we age. And that does seem to be sort of a common sense way of looking at it. So most of us resigned ourselves to the march of time, which meant achy joints…

Reprint from NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 20, 2019 Summary: A neuroimaging study on house sparrows reveals changes in the dopaminergic system could be a physiological mechanism underlying the negative beha…

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Reprint from NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 20, 2019 Summary: A neuroimaging study on house sparrows reveals changes in the dopaminergic system could be a physiological mechanism underlying the negative behavioral effects of chronic Stress. The findings shed light on stress and resilience in wildlife and humans. Source: Louisiana State University A biologist at Louisiana State University conducted a pioneering research study that could help us to better understand the role of dopamine in stress resilience in humans through analyzing wild songbirds. This study could lead to increased prevention and…

This article is reprinted from NEUROSCIENCE NEWS The brain’s pathways to imagination may hold the key to altruistic behavior Summary: Imagination helps us act altruistically, a new study reports.…

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This article is reprinted from NEUROSCIENCE NEWS The brain’s pathways to imagination may hold the key to altruistic behavior Summary: Imagination helps us act altruistically, a new study reports. When we see others in trouble, we imagine how we can help before acting. Researchers implicate the medial temporal lobe subsystem in guiding our prosocial behaviors. Source: Boston College In those split seconds when people witness others in distress, neural pathways in the brain support the drive to help through facets of imagination that allow people to see the episode as it unfolds and envi…

Contributing article by Karoline Gore, an experienced care home worker and writer. 3 Helpful Tips to Lower Risks of Dementia The number of people affected with dementia is expected to triple in the …

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Contributing article by Karoline Gore, an experienced care home worker and writer. 3 Helpful Tips to Lower Risks of Dementia The number of people affected with dementia is expected to triple in the next 30 years making it important to do everything possible to lower the risk of decline in cognitive functioning. Nearly 50 million are affected worldwide and there are 10 million new cases each year according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Although there is no cure for the condition, it is possible to reduce the risks of dementia and avoid the devastating consequences. Healthy Diets an…

Energy is at the very source of life. Someone living with DEMENTIA, or someone providing care to someone living with dementia, can benefit by applying one or more of these three energy areas:BOTAN…

Energy is at the ver…

Energy is at the very source of life. Someone living with DEMENTIA, or someone providing care to someone living with dementia, can benefit by applying one or more of these three energy areas:BOTANICAL ENERGY (for the person living with dementia and the care providers) MEMORY ENERGY (for the care providers) ENERGY MEDICINE (for the person living with dementia and their care providers)BOTANICAL ENERGY refers to supplements that controls the most basic bodily functions necessary to experiencing optimal physical health. At the very foundation of optimal health to create energy that pro…

Norman Duncan is the first and current Chairman of the Board at the International Caregivers Association. This week he traveled from his home in Virginia, USA to Normandy, France to celebrate 75 years…

Norman Duncan is the…

Norman Duncan is the first and current Chairman of the Board at the International Caregivers Association. This week he traveled from his home in Virginia, USA to Normandy, France to celebrate 75 years since D-Day. If you wish to correspond with him via email, please write him a note at normanduncan1919@gmail.com Norman is an exceptional man with a century of life experience. We are extremely grateful to have him as our chairperson and also to call him a friend. I am certain he will appreciate you reaching out. PS: Norman took care of his love of his life, Elsie Duncan who was British and hi…

The research may one day give voice to people who lost speech from neurological disorders. Originally printed on April 24, 2019 and written by Michael Greshko & Maya Wei-Hass Someday, people who hav…

The research may one…

The research may one day give voice to people who lost speech from neurological disorders. Originally printed on April 24, 2019 and written by Michael Greshko & Maya Wei-Hass Someday, people who have lost their ability to speak may get their voice back. A new study demonstrates that electrical activity in the brain can be decoded and used to synthesize speech. The study, published on Wednesday in Nature, reported data from five patients whose brains were already being monitored for epileptic seizures, with stamp-size arrays of electrodes placed directly on the surfaces of their brains. As …