Loneliness Increases Risk of Dementia by Up to 40%
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Being Patient
| October 26th, 2018
Loneliness increases risk of dementia by up to 40% — but what does it mean to feel lonely? A new study has calculated the…
Study: Recovering From Loneliness Even Better for the Brain Than Never Being Lonely
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Alexandra Marvar
| March 25th, 2021
A new study indicates that the brain-boosting benefits of psychological resilience — including overcoming conditions like persistent loneliness — might offset harm and ultimately…
You Asked, We Got the Answers: Aggression, Personal Care and Loneliness
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Being Patient
| November 24th, 2017
November 24, 2017 Living with dementia can be a lonely experience—not just for the patient, but for the caregiver, too. To help you through…
Nevertheless Dementia, We Persist: A Daughter’s Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
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Nicholas Chan
| May 27th, 2022
James Russell is the author of the blog Nevertheless Dementia, We Persist. His daughter Lynne Russell lives with early-onset Alzheimer’s. James shares his family’s…
5 Signs You Should Talk to a Doctor About Depression
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Simon Spichak, MSc
| April 26th, 2022
Depression is the most common mental health disorder in the world, but its signs and symptoms can be elusive. Here’s when to talk to…
Sharing & Caring: How To Share the Work of Family Caregiving
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Jessica Farthing
| April 18th, 2022
Without the right approach, sharing family caregiving responsibilities can be almost as stressful as going it alone. Here are some strategies for getting along…
Later-Life Alcohol Abuse: A Possible Sign of Dementia
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Nicholas Chan
| April 1st, 2022
A new study finds that later-life alcohol abuse could be an early red flag for dementia. Excessive drinking that begins later in life can…