Steve

Steve

Steve is the founder and lead writer of HelpDementia.com, a resource for family caregivers, adult children, and spouses navigating Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and other forms of dementia. Since 2019, he has researched and reported on memory care strategies, caregiver burnout, brain-health science, sundowning, dementia-friendly activities, and emerging treatments for Parkinson's disease dementia — translating clinical studies into plain-language guides families can use. HelpDementia.com is here to make every caregiver feel less alone and better equipped for what comes next.

Nighttime Confusion in Dementia Explained

Nighttime confusion sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Nighttime Confusion in Dementia Explained Many people with dementia go through a tough time in the late afternoon and evening. They get more confused, upset, or restless…

Circadian Rhythm Changes in Dementia

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Circadian Rhythm Changes in Dementia Your body has an internal clock called the circadian rhythm. It helps control when you sleep, wake up, eat, and feel active. This clock follows a roughly 24-hour cycle and gets signals from light, darkness,…

Excessive Sleeping in Dementia Explained

Excessive Sleeping in Dementia Explained Understanding the Connection Between Sleep and Dementia Sleep problems are common in people with dementia, and excessive daytime sleepiness is one of the most noticeable changes. Research shows that up to 50 percent of individuals…

Why Dementia Patients Nap More

Dementia patients sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. People with dementia often nap more during the day because their brains struggle to stay alert and their sleep at night gets broken up into short pieces.…

Sleep Changes in Dementia Over Time

Sleep changes sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Sleep Changes in Dementia Over Time Dementia affects how people sleep, and these changes get worse as the disease moves through its stages. In the early days,…

Why Predictability Helps Dementia Patients

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Why Predictability Helps Dementia Patients When someone has dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, their brain struggles to process new information and remember recent events. This creates confusion and anxiety that can make daily life feel overwhelming. One of the most effective…