Table of Contents Introduction Understanding Memory Problems in Seniors The Aging Brain and Memory Common Causes of Memory Problems in Seniors Recognizing Signs of Memory Problems Normal Aging vs. Serious Memory Problems Warning Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Role of Speech and Language Pathologists (SLPs) in Managing Memory Problems Strategies for Helping Seniors with Memory […]
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Table of Contents The Initial Challenge: Receiving a Parkinson’s Diagnosis Maintaining Independence and Quality of Life Managing Parkinson’s Disease Influencing the Severity and Progression of Symptoms Understanding the Individual Nature of Parkinson’s You Are Not Alone: Community Support and Understanding The Initial Challenge: Receiving a Parkinson’s Diagnosis Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be
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Did you know that around 6 million people in the U.S. have some form of dementia or another? And, as the population gets older, naturally, this number of people is set to increase with it. But, if you’re dealing with dementia (personally or with a family member), there’s hope (in the form of managing it
You know, being a caregiver can be really tough, and it’s no wonder that caregiver burnout can lead to irritability and mood swings. When you’re constantly taking care of someone else’s needs, it’s easy to forget about taking care of yourself, which can leave you emotionally and physically drained. That exhaustion can make it hard
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So, chronic fatigue is when you feel really tired all the time, even if you’ve had a good night’s sleep. It’s not just about feeling a little sleepy or worn out after a long day. Instead, it feels like a constant and lingering exhaustion that makes it hard to do simple everyday tasks, even the
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The short answer is that the changes in the musculoskeletal system that come with aging increases the likelihood for arthritis. In addition, there are things like inactivity, falls and injury, obesity, and other issues that can lead to arthritis that show up when a person gets older and aren’t as noticeable, or are even absent,
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