Difficulty Using Remote Controls and Dementia Many people with dementia start having trouble with everyday gadgets like TV remote controls. This can be one of the first signs that something is wrong with their thinking skills. It happens because dementia…
# Technology Confusion in Older Adults Many older adults today face real challenges when trying to use digital devices and online services. These challenges go beyond simply not knowing how to click a button. The barriers are complex, involving emotions,…
Phone Scams and Cognitive Decline Older adults facing cognitive decline face higher risks from phone scams. Scammers target them because memory issues make it hard to spot tricks or remember past warnings. Financial losses from these scams hit billions each…
Online Safety Concerns for Dementia Patients People with dementia face growing risks when using the internet or digital tools. Their memory loss and confusion make them easy targets for scams, privacy breaches, and misuse of personal data. Caregivers often worry…
# Scam Vulnerability in Early Dementia When someone begins experiencing early signs of dementia, their risk of falling victim to scams increases significantly. This vulnerability stems from the cognitive changes that accompany memory loss and difficulty with complex decision-making. Understanding…
Financial Judgment Decline and Dementia When people think about dementia, they often picture memory loss – forgotten names, missed appointments, or repeated stories. However, medical experts and health agencies are increasingly recognizing that changes in financial judgment and decision-making can…
Impulse Control Loss in Dementia Dementia changes how the brain works, and one tough part is losing control over impulses. People with dementia might act in ways they never did before, like saying rude things, grabbing items without asking, or…
Inappropriate touching happens when someone with dementia touches others in ways that feel wrong or unwanted, like grabbing private areas or making unwanted advances. This behavior often stems from brain changes in conditions like Alzheimer’s or frontotemporal dementia, where people…
Personal Space Changes in Dementia People with dementia often experience shifts in how they sense and respect personal space. This can show up as standing too close during conversations or not noticing when they invade someone else’s privacy. These changes…
Loss of Social Cues in Dementia People with dementia often struggle to pick up on everyday social signals that guide normal interactions. These cues include facial expressions, tone of voice, body language, and knowing when to speak or stay quiet…