Steph Jagger, whose mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 67, shares the lessons she learned from love, loss and acceptance. It’s…
Being Patient takes a closer look at two rare childhood illnesses that lead to dementia. The term “childhood Alzheimer’s” suggests that it is a…
In the last decade, medical institutions practicing within the field of neuroscience have begun to reckon with their racist past — a necessary step…
My mother was always focused on her relationship with her nine grandchildren. After her dementia diagnosis, we had to find different ways to communicate….
Concetta Tomaino, a pioneer in the field music therapy, shares insights on music’s therapeutic effects for neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s. As science continues to…
Conflicts between nursing home residents are often chalked up to dementia. Gerontologist and dementia behavior specialist Eilon Caspi at the University of Connecticut argues…
In caring for someone with dementia, white lies or bending the truth can help keep the peace. Caregiving experts are split about whether it’s…
A high percentage of care homes’ residents in need receive basic care from family or unpaid caregivers, a new study finds. With the ongoing…
Do brain supplements work? Even though they’re sold in grocery stores and endorsed by celebrities, science does not support most claims made by nootropic…
A new study predicts dementia cases will rise three-fold. Developing countries are expected to be the hardest hit. Eastern sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa and…
There’s nothing like the first cup of coffee in the morning. It jumpstarts the day with a jolt of energy and later makes the…
Plagued by dementia symptoms for years, Michael Ellenbogen discusses the ongoing ambiguity surrounding his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Michael Ellenbogen was reaching the height of his…
Scott Rose speaks about the memories he shared with his late wife Maureen Patrick-Rose, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and appendiceal cancer. Finding…
Year in review: Here are 2021’s most watched videos from our LiveTalks with Alzheimer’s and dementia experts, advocates and families. As part of our…
Dementia research specialist Berta Carbajal shares her journey, from the most difficult day of her life to her career of building relationships in the…