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Understanding dementia helps the family respond with empathy, share responsibilities, and plan wisely. Without that knowledge, confusion and emotional stress take over, and the family may start to fall apart Caring for someone with dementia and aphasia (a condition that affects the ability to communicate) is deeply challenging, but with the right mindset and approach,…
Someone once said if you take care of someone with dementia you lose them more and more everyday. When they get the diagnosis, when they go through different stages, when they need treatment and when they pass away. This is called “ambigua loss”. I don’t wish dementia on anyone. As the brain slowly dies, they…
Somebody asked me this question above. Let’s explore the complexity together.It’s a profound and challenging question: do people with dementia ever realize they have it? The answer depends on the individual and the stage of the disease. In the early stages, many are aware of memory lapses or confusion and may even voice their concerns….
If you aren’t the closest with the person, you might start getting angry at them because they are being stupid. They forget what happened yesterday. They complain because their phone or computer or TV remote “doesn’t work.” They get lost in familiar places. They lose things. You will notice a CHANGE in their abilities or…
The exact causes of dementia are not fully understood, but a number of factors are thought to play a role, including: Age: The risk of dementia increases significantly with age.Genetics: Some people have a genetic predisposition to developing dementia.Brain injury: A traumatic brain injury can increase the risk of dementia.Stroke: Strokes can damage brain cells…
Alzheimer’s disease is the main cause of dementia worldwide.It’s followed by vascular dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies and frontotemporal dementia in that order. Also there are treatable and reversible causes of dementia like Vitamin B12 deficiency, hypothyroidism, thiamine deficiency, niacin deficiency, infections of the brain, autoimmune encephalitis, subdural hematoma etc… Nothing much can…
The study Knowledge and Attitude of Filipino Caregivers of Patients with Dementia examines the knowledge and attitude of caregivers of inpatients with dementia in the Philippines. Using a cross-sectional design, 18 female caregivers participated, with an average age of 49. Most had 3-10 years of caregiving experience, and their attitude scores were generally positive. Education was…
Ever wonder if dementia and Alzheimer’s are the same thing? It’s a common question, and knowing the difference can be a game-changer when understanding a loved one’s condition. Let me explain in simple terms: dementia is a broad term used to describe a decline in mental abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s…
November 18, 2024 important meeting with cong. Milagros Aquino-Magsaysay. During the discussion, we reviewed her proposed bill for an Act on Phillipine Dementia Care Policy (House Bill No. 9949). Dementia-Consult is committed to contribute to the improvement of dementia care in the country, and cong. Milagros Aquino-Magsaysay has expressed her full support for this.
A new report, titled ‘The current Status and Challenges in Dementia Care in the Philippines: A Scoping Review’ has been published.
