10 Habits for A Healthy Brain ByDr. Michela Sorensen13 June 2024While becoming a bit forgetful might be a normal part of aging, the thought of dementia can be quite worrying for a lot of people. The good news - there are some very simple things you can be doing now to look after your brain health and reduce your risk of dementia. Category:Mental Health, Later in Life, DementiaRead More0 Comments
How to Care for a Loved One with DementiaByTammy George15 May 2023When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, there’s so much to know about how you can help care for them. Category:Mental Health, DementiaRead More0 Comments
What is Younger Onset Dementia? Symptoms and TreatmentByTammy GeorgeYounger onset dementia can be a devastating diagnosis as it comes when someone is at the prime of their life with no prospect of a cure.Category:Dementia, Conditions and TreatmentsRead More0 Comments
What is Reminiscence Therapy?ByDr. Sam Hay 01 November 2017Have you ever heard of 'Reminiscence Therapy'? According to medical professional, Dr. Sam, "Reminiscence Therapy (RT) is a psychosocial intervention used to help treat a number of problems, especially dementia. It involves guiding patients through simple reminiscence. Helping them remember in varying detail past events and experiences; activities and adventures; and everything in between. By doing so, it facilitates pleasure, quality of life, and adaptation to present circumstances or hardships." In his latest article for HIF, Dr. Sam talks us through this type of therapy and the benefits involved. Category:General Medical, DementiaRead More0 Comments