Family caregiving requires a balance of caring for yourself and the one that you are caring for. The article provides tips on how to manage.
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Pine Rest Newsroom | Dementia
A diagnosis of dementia can be emotionally overwhelming for the individual as well as the family. Individuals with dementia require more intensive care and assistance as the dementia worsens. Though there may not be a way to completely alleviate symptoms of dementia, maintaining sleep patterns, a healthy diet, regular exercise, cognitive stimulation and socialization can help people with dementia maintain a normal level of functioning for as long as possible.
As someone’s ability to think, remember or communicate declines, his or her ability to understand and respond appropriately to a situation becomes impaired. This often leads to trouble-some behaviors, known as behavioral “acting out,” or what professionals call “need-driven behaviors.”
Dr. Mark DeVries provides an overview of what to expect at a neuropsychological evaluation so it’s less mysterious and less daunting.
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Our magazines and brochures cover many mental health topics including anxiety, stress, dementia, depression and more. Available online and in print.
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Explores what stress is, who is affected, warning signs, a quiz to see if your stress level may affect your health and 10 tips for better stress management. This issue also includes information on post traumatic stress disorder and how to spot signs of stress in children and teens.
