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In today’s episode, Lisa discusses a topic that affects each and everyone of us, often without conscious awareness. Stress has been dubbed the “silent predator”, and can wreak havoc on our bodie…

In today’s episode…

In today’s episode, Lisa discusses a topic that affects each and everyone of us, often without conscious awareness. Stress has been dubbed the “silent predator”, and can wreak havoc on our bodies and minds, leading to a host of health issues. Lisa sheds light on stress triggers, types of stress, the physiological and psychological impacts that stress has on us in our everyday lives, and much, much more. She will also uncover the relationship between stress and Alzheimer’s disease. Through understanding the mechanisms of tress and its impact on our overall health and well-being, we may…

Take a trip down memory lane with us as we revisit our very first episode. Enjoy!Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s – The Podcast is a collection of stories, caregiver tips, proven solutions for caregi…

Take a trip down mem…

Take a trip down memory lane with us as we revisit our very first episode. Enjoy!Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s – The Podcast is a collection of stories, caregiver tips, proven solutions for caregivers and insights on how to navigate the heartbreaking challenges of having a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Everyone has a story about Alzheimer’s. It’s time to start the conversation about Alzheimer’s and stop treating it like it’s only “Family Business.”In this episode of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s – The Podcast, we contemplate Grief, loss and ber…

The complexities of dementia extend beyond medical concerns, profoundly influencing family dynamics and Relationships. In today’s episode, Lisa discusses how family dynamics interfere with relations…

The complexities of …

The complexities of dementia extend beyond medical concerns, profoundly influencing family dynamics and relationships. In today’s episode, Lisa discusses how family dynamics interfere with relationships in families dealing with dementia, offering specific examples of many of the conflicts that may arise as well as strategies for navigating these inevitable challenges.You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode!About the Host:Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and…

Living with dementia! It’s not just about memory loss and confusion. It impacts nearly all of our cognitive functions, including language skills, notable changes in personality, mood, the ability to…

Living with dementia…

Living with dementia! It’s not just about memory loss and confusion. It impacts nearly all of our cognitive functions, including language skills, notable changes in personality, mood, the ability to reason, the ability to use to use sound judgment in decision making, vision changes, a diminished sense of smell, trouble multitasking, and completing familiar tasks, Depression,  and many, many more. Caring for someone with dementia is a deeply compassionate act, but it also comes with many unexpected challenges; therefore, in today’s episode, Lisa discusses one of the most important aspects …

Lisa shares more real-life case studies from her 30 years of experience working with people living with dementia that highlight common behavioral challenges that often accompany this condition on a da…

Lisa shares more rea…

Lisa shares more real-life case studies from her 30 years of experience working with people living with dementia that highlight common behavioral challenges that often accompany this condition on a day-to-day basis.  In this episode, Lisa describes a variety of different challenges and situations that are so common to dementia along with intervention strategies and positive outcomes that caregivers can use with their everyday struggles.  You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode!About the Host:Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer’s disease …

Lisa shares an interview between Catherine Taylor, writer, and Professor Matthew Kiernan, a neurologist and expert in neurodegenerative diseases, discussing the ways in which dementia could conceivabl…

Lisa shares an inter…

Lisa shares an interview between Catherine Taylor, writer, and Professor Matthew Kiernan, a neurologist and expert in neurodegenerative diseases, discussing the ways in which dementia could conceivably become a controllable disease. They discuss the 14 known risk factors and other conditions you need to be aware of so you can potentially reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by following what his research has uncovered.  You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode!About the Host:Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer’s disease and…

How many times have we all asked that question over the years? Especially if it has touched us personally. In today’s episode, Lisa shares an eye-opening article written by Dr. Donald Weaver, Profes…

How many times have …

How many times have we all asked that question over the years? Especially if it has touched us personally. In today’s episode, Lisa shares an eye-opening article written by Dr. Donald Weaver, Professor of Chemistry and Director of Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, University of Toronto, who addresses that very question. Dr. Weaver is a neurologist and a researcher who studies Alzheimer’s disease and tells us that he shares in the frustration and anger of people and families when he has to tell them that he has no cure to offer. He reveals many of the reasons why there …

Have you heard of Reminiscence Therapy? On today’s episode, Lisa discusses in detail what reminiscence therapy is, how it is used, and why it’s a game changer for creating a higher quality of life…

Have you heard of Re…

Have you heard of Reminiscence Therapy? On today’s episode, Lisa discusses in detail what reminiscence therapy is, how it is used, and why it’s a game changer for creating a higher quality of life for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Because Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia pose significant challenges for everyone involved, understanding the benefits of reminiscence therapy and how it leverages the power of memory recall to stimulate cognitive function, how it promotes emotional well-being, and how it enhances social interaction will illustrate how it…

On today’s episode, Lisa discusses how Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia present a complex array of behavioral challenges that significantly impact the quality of life for the individual’…

On today’s episode…

On today’s episode, Lisa discusses how Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia present a complex array of behavioral challenges that significantly impact the quality of life for the individual’s who’ve been diagnosed, their family members, as well as their caregivers. She explores the multifaceted nature of these behavioral expressions, including agitation, aggression, social withdrawal, and paranoia, just to mention a few, through true case studies that she has created based on her 30 years of experience as an Alzheimer’s behavioral specialist. Lisa shares the most effective strate…

On today’s episode, Lisa shares the most detailed and comprehensive article she has found to date titled: Alzheimer’s: Are Newly Approved Drugs Making a Real-Life Difference? After a lull of nearl…

On today’s episode…

On today’s episode, Lisa shares the most detailed and comprehensive article she has found to date titled: Alzheimer’s: Are Newly Approved Drugs Making a Real-Life Difference? After a lull of nearly 2 decades, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finally approved new medications for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease for the first time since 2021. The approval has sparked both hope and disappointment as the questions are answered as to whether or not these drugs are truly making a difference and if the current results are stacking up against expectations? Listen to find out what L…

Lisa continues with her series on ‘Things all dementia caregivers and family members need to know.’  On today’s episode, Lisa focuses on fidgeting behaviors that are so common with dementia, in…

Lisa continues with …

Lisa continues with her series on ‘Things all dementia caregivers and family members need to know.’  On today’s episode, Lisa focuses on fidgeting behaviors that are so common with dementia, including why fidgeting behaviors occur, what triggers them, the possible hidden meanings behind them, things known to escalate and intensify fidgeting behaviors, what steps caregivers can take to manage fidgeting behaviors, and much, much more.Don’t miss this very important episode! About the Host:Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer’s disease and related d…

On today's episode of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa sheds light on the topic of our Aging politicians, leaders, and political candidates that are consistently trending in the news. Giv…

On today's episode o…

On today's episode of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa sheds light on the topic of our aging politicians, leaders, and political candidates that are consistently trending in the news. Given that age is the number one risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease and related dementia, Lisa offers extensively researched facts to support why the time has possibly come to ask ourselves if age should now become a consideration in qualifying a person to hold a position of power in the United States. Lisa presents the facts so you can decide if a change in our current policy might now b…

In today’s episode, host Lisa Skinner gives recommendations on effective communication strategies for family members and caregivers to use when interacting with people suffering from Alzheimer's dis…

In today’s episode…

In today’s episode, host Lisa Skinner gives recommendations on effective communication strategies for family members and caregivers to use when interacting with people suffering from Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. Due to the changing brain and cognitive loss caused by brain disease, understanding and learning which strategies are most effective is key to creating the most positive experiences for everyone.For example, Lisa shares with her audience the proper way in which to approach someone with dementia, and why it is important for a caregiver or family member to always explain w…

WOW! Lisa has been busy researching exciting news you all can hopefully use in your Caregiving journeys with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa i…

WOW! Lisa has been b…

WOW! Lisa has been busy researching exciting news you all can hopefully use in your caregiving journeys with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa is committed to bringing you the most current information available.  On today’s episode, Lisa shares her research findings on what a new study about using antipsychotic drugs on Alzheimer’s patients has revealed. She also reveals the most up-to-date research about risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease, and a study on how we can interpret facial expressions – what they can tell u…

It’s so important to keep up on all the updates when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa is committed to bringing you the most curre…

It’s so important …

It’s so important to keep up on all the updates when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa is committed to bringing you the most current information available.  Finding a cure or even an effective treatment has been extremely difficult, but now, after billions of dollars have been spent on research and more than 100 drugs failures, advocates are celebrating the most current breakthroughs which Lisa shares on today’s episode. Don’t miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:   Lisa discusses the most…

The Holiday Season is that special time of year for us to celebrate with our family and friends through sharing precious time together and creating lifelong memories. Many families struggle with the d…

The Holiday Season i…

The Holiday Season is that special time of year for us to celebrate with our family and friends through sharing precious time together and creating lifelong memories. Many families struggle with the decision as to whether to include a loved one who is living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Lisa discusses how you can make this difficult decision and how to create a positive experience for everyone.  Don’t miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:What you need to consider if you are thinking about including your loved one in your festivities . Tips to …

Today, I address common myths about brain diseases. I clarify that dementia is not inevitable with age and emphasize the importance of healthy Lifestyle habits like regular Exercise, a balanced Diet, …

Today, I address com…

Today, I address common myths about brain diseases. I clarify that dementia is not inevitable with age and emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyle habits like regular exercise, a balanced diet, and stress management. I distinguish between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, noting that dementia is a syndrome with various causes, not just Alzheimer's. I debunk the myth that having a family member with dementia guarantees one will develop it, explaining that while genetics play a role, many risk factors are modifiable. I also address misconceptions about dementia affecting only older adults …

Lisa interviews Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger, a former Chief of Surgery and Oncology Specialist. He has also worked as a Mediator, helping families navigate the emotional challenges of a serious health …

Lisa interviews Dr. …

Lisa interviews Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger, a former Chief of Surgery and Oncology Specialist. He has also worked as a Mediator, helping families navigate the emotional challenges of a serious health crisis. Drawing on his experiences, Dr. Spangenberger has authored several books to support caregivers and their loved ones, offering actionable guidance for facing long-term care. In today’s episode, Lisa explores Dr. Spangenberger’s latest book, The Unexpected Marathon: Your Guide to Long Term Caregiving, due out in January, 2025. His new book addresses the growing need for supportive resour…