The core theme emerges as they discuss how love serves as the foundational virtue upon which these others can flourish, ultimately leading to a transformative impact on one’s life and the lives of those around them.
Lisa shares some of the behavioral triggers that family members and caregivers should be aware of so they can then be more prepared to resolve these situations before they escalate.
Nostalgia is particularly helpful for those who enjoy conversing or hearing about ‘simpler times’ or the ‘good old days’ without reference to personal photos or keepsakes, but still offer a calming familiarity, which is clinically proven to help those with memory loss to…
In this project, Cynthia sheds light on the importance of brain health, the therapeutic power of music, and the significance of aging within the context of dementia.
Some listeners may not even be aware that these elements exist. Lisa explains why she refers to them as the “hidden or secret faces” of brain disease. Also, Lisa tells two deeply personal stories and explains how each story illustrates a surprising behavior.
Lisa Skinner sharing what the common triggers are that cause behavioral and personality changes in people with dementia which includes details on what to look for if a change in behavior occurs, as well as what some of the most challenging behaviors are.
Approximately 70 to 90 percent of Alzheimer’s patients eventually develop behavioral symptoms; therefore, Lisa can’t emphasize enough the importance of being able to recognize these behavioral symptoms and what might have triggered them.
Her very personal story about her beloved dog, Oliver, who was diagnosed with Doggie Dementia when he was about 13 years old. At first, she dismissed it as a coincidence because she had been working with humans living with dementia for so long