Dear Abby: How do I make a man stop hitting on me while his partner has dementia?
Unwanted romantic advances can create uncomfortable situations, especially when one party is in a committed relationship with a partner who is ill.
Dear Abby: I'm coming into secret money. I might use it to leave my wife.
Emotional abuse is intolerable, leading to considerations of independence and leaving harmful situations.
This is how we do it: The sexual side of our lives has crashed and burned since my dementia diagnosis'
Dementia has significantly altered the author's sexual intimacy and libido, impacting the relationship despite ongoing affection and tactile connection.
Dear Abby: How do I make a man stop hitting on me while his partner has dementia?
Unwanted romantic advances can create uncomfortable situations, especially when one party is in a committed relationship with a partner who is ill.
Dear Abby: I'm coming into secret money. I might use it to leave my wife.
Emotional abuse is intolerable, leading to considerations of independence and leaving harmful situations.
This is how we do it: The sexual side of our lives has crashed and burned since my dementia diagnosis'
Dementia has significantly altered the author's sexual intimacy and libido, impacting the relationship despite ongoing affection and tactile connection.
Drones with thermal imaging cameras locate elderly man lost in Malibu
A 78-year-old man with dementia was found within hours of going missing in Malibu, emphasizing the effectiveness of drone technology in search operations.
Toronto police searching for missing woman with dementia | CBC News
Authorities are seeking public assistance to find a missing woman with dementia who is not dressed for cold winter weather.
Family's plea for help as dad, 69, with dementia still missing after five days
A 69-year-old man with dementia named Hassim Bayrak has been missing from Wembley since September 9, 2024.
Urgent search launched for missing Erith man-call 999 if seen
Police urgently seeking missing 71-year-old Owen Cameron from Erith, last seen at his care home.
Drones with thermal imaging cameras locate elderly man lost in Malibu
A 78-year-old man with dementia was found within hours of going missing in Malibu, emphasizing the effectiveness of drone technology in search operations.
Toronto police searching for missing woman with dementia | CBC News
Authorities are seeking public assistance to find a missing woman with dementia who is not dressed for cold winter weather.
Family's plea for help as dad, 69, with dementia still missing after five days
A 69-year-old man with dementia named Hassim Bayrak has been missing from Wembley since September 9, 2024.
Urgent search launched for missing Erith man-call 999 if seen
Police urgently seeking missing 71-year-old Owen Cameron from Erith, last seen at his care home.
Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?
The availability of a blood test for Alzheimer's raises complex emotional questions for those with a family history of the disease.
Some Cases of Dementia Can Be Cured, Researchers Say, Because They're Caused by Fungus and Bacteria in Brain
Brain infections caused by fungi or bacteria may lead to some dementia cases and even allow for symptom reversal in certain patients.
Exercise's daily dementia shield: Working out boosts brain for 24 hours
Daily moderate exercise offers cognitive benefits that may last into the following day, providing hope for brain health as one ages.
Are cancer survivors less likely to develop Alzheimer's?
Cancer survivors have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, highlighting a potential inverse relationship between these two age-related diseases.
Holiday stress can lead Alzheimer's patients and those with dementia to go missing
Holiday gatherings can heighten stress for individuals with dementia, increasing risks such as wandering and confusion, requiring vigilance from caregivers.
Thousands gather across the country for the Alzheimer Society's fifth annual memory walk
The Memory Walk 2024 aims to support the growing number of individuals living with dementia in Ireland through community involvement and fundraising.
Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?
The availability of a blood test for Alzheimer's raises complex emotional questions for those with a family history of the disease.
Some Cases of Dementia Can Be Cured, Researchers Say, Because They're Caused by Fungus and Bacteria in Brain
Brain infections caused by fungi or bacteria may lead to some dementia cases and even allow for symptom reversal in certain patients.
Exercise's daily dementia shield: Working out boosts brain for 24 hours
Daily moderate exercise offers cognitive benefits that may last into the following day, providing hope for brain health as one ages.
Are cancer survivors less likely to develop Alzheimer's?
Cancer survivors have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, highlighting a potential inverse relationship between these two age-related diseases.
Holiday stress can lead Alzheimer's patients and those with dementia to go missing
Holiday gatherings can heighten stress for individuals with dementia, increasing risks such as wandering and confusion, requiring vigilance from caregivers.
Thousands gather across the country for the Alzheimer Society's fifth annual memory walk
The Memory Walk 2024 aims to support the growing number of individuals living with dementia in Ireland through community involvement and fundraising.
The brain microbiome: could understanding it help prevent dementia?
Chronic infections can mimic neurological disorders such as dementia, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis and potential for reversibility.
Familiar Touch Is an Infinitely Tender Movie About Dementia
Familiar Touch portrays dementia as a transformative journey rather than just a loss, emphasizing the complexities of aging with grace and humor.
Dear Abby: My family calls me an adulteress, but it's not that simple
Finding love post-loss can bring comfort, but ethical considerations and family dynamics need careful navigation.
'Dad changed his will and left everything to his carer. We think he was taken advantage of. What can we do?'
Family suspects undue influence in father's will due to dementia and caretaker pressure.
My mom had me in her 40s, months after her mother died. Now that I'm older, I get why she did it.
The author reflects on being called a 'sorrow baby', born shortly after her grandmother's death, and how this connection influences her current feelings about loss.
Familiar Touch Is an Infinitely Tender Movie About Dementia
Familiar Touch portrays dementia as a transformative journey rather than just a loss, emphasizing the complexities of aging with grace and humor.
Dear Abby: My family calls me an adulteress, but it's not that simple
Finding love post-loss can bring comfort, but ethical considerations and family dynamics need careful navigation.
'Dad changed his will and left everything to his carer. We think he was taken advantage of. What can we do?'
Family suspects undue influence in father's will due to dementia and caretaker pressure.
My mom had me in her 40s, months after her mother died. Now that I'm older, I get why she did it.
The author reflects on being called a 'sorrow baby', born shortly after her grandmother's death, and how this connection influences her current feelings about loss.
Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming, says their kids saw him 'declining' before dementia diagnosis: 'His language started changing'
Emma Heming provides insight into Bruce Willis' frontotemporal dementia and emphasizes the importance of communication and family support in coping with illness.
Concerns over the fitness of elderly drivers | Letters
Compulsory testing for drivers over 80 isn't enough; a more thorough assessment of medical conditions, particularly dementia, is necessary for road safety.
Hundreds with dementia going undiagnosed in Havering
Havering Council's report reveals a significant gap in dementia diagnosis amidst an ageing population, necessitating better detection and support strategies.
Dementia prescriptions jump 46% in a decade as Australia urged to prepare for full impact' of disease
Australia has seen a significant rise in dementia medication prescriptions, reflecting increasing awareness and need for treatment options.
Hundreds with dementia going undiagnosed in Havering
Havering Council's report reveals a significant gap in dementia diagnosis amidst an ageing population, necessitating better detection and support strategies.
Dementia prescriptions jump 46% in a decade as Australia urged to prepare for full impact' of disease
Australia has seen a significant rise in dementia medication prescriptions, reflecting increasing awareness and need for treatment options.
AI glasses to anticipating falls: firms vie to win 1m for dementia technology
Innovative glasses designed for dementia assist users by identifying objects and providing instructions, using AI to enhance daily life and independence.
Despite challenges, dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in place
Both dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in place, prioritizing independence and familiarity over institutional care.
AI glasses to anticipating falls: firms vie to win 1m for dementia technology
Innovative glasses designed for dementia assist users by identifying objects and providing instructions, using AI to enhance daily life and independence.
Despite challenges, dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in place
Both dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in place, prioritizing independence and familiarity over institutional care.
9/11 responders are getting dementia. They want the government to help.
Cognitive impairments and dementia in 9/11 first responders highlight the need for expanded health coverage for these conditions under the existing health program.
Memory Loss Isn't the Only Sign of Dementia
Financial mismanagement can signal early brain changes related to dementia, particularly in frontotemporal dementia patients who exhibit altered judgment.
9/11 responders are getting dementia. They want the government to help.
Cognitive impairments and dementia in 9/11 first responders highlight the need for expanded health coverage for these conditions under the existing health program.
Memory Loss Isn't the Only Sign of Dementia
Financial mismanagement can signal early brain changes related to dementia, particularly in frontotemporal dementia patients who exhibit altered judgment.