Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain in ways that make everyday tasks, like personal hygiene, very challenging for those living with it. One key reason people with Alzheimer’s often resist help with hygiene is because of changes in their brain that…
Medications can have a significant impact on REM sleep in people with Alzheimer’s disease, but the effects are complex and not fully understood. REM sleep, the stage of sleep where dreaming occurs, is important for memory and brain health. In…
Hallucinations often appear during illness because the brain’s normal way of processing information gets disrupted. When someone is sick—whether from a high fever, infection, injury, or certain mental health conditions—the brain can start to misinterpret signals or create sensory experiences…
When someone holds a false belief, gently guiding them toward a clearer understanding requires patience, kindness, and respect. The goal is not to confront or shame but to open a space for reflection and dialogue. Start by listening carefully to…
Brain studies are revealing new ways to detect Alzheimer’s disease much earlier than before, which could change how patients receive care and plan for the future. Traditionally, diagnosing Alzheimer’s relied on observing symptoms and using invasive tests like spinal taps…
Everyday chores can suddenly feel overwhelming when someone experiences memory loss because these tasks rely heavily on remembering steps, timing, and details. Simple activities like cooking, cleaning, or managing bills require a sequence of actions and recalling what has already…
As people experience cognitive decline, such as in aging or neurological conditions, their response to pain changes in several important ways. Cognitive decline affects how the brain processes pain signals, often altering both the perception of pain and the emotional…
People with dementia often misplace items and become distressed because the parts of their brain responsible for memory and spatial awareness are affected. Dementia causes changes in brain cells that make it difficult to remember recent events, where things are,…
Stress can have a significant impact on short-term memory in seniors, mainly because of how it affects the brain’s structure and function. When older adults experience stress, their bodies release hormones like cortisol, which in small amounts help manage energy…
Shortness of breath is something many people notice as they get older, and it’s easy to assume it’s just a normal part of aging. But sometimes, this feeling of struggling to breathe can be a sign that something more serious…