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WOW! Lisa has been busy researching exciting news you all can hopefully use in your caregiving journeys with Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa is committed to bringing you the most current information available. On todayās episode, Lisa shares her research findings on what a new study about using antipsychotic drugs on Alzheimerās patients has revealed. She also reveals the most up-to-date research about risk factors for developing Alzheimerās disease, and a study on how we can interpret facial expressions ā what they can tell us as caregivers. Donāt miss this very important episode!
About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Itās so important to keep up on all the updates when it comes to Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa is committed to bringing you the most current information available. Finding a cure or even an effective treatment has been extremely difficult, but now, after billions of dollars have been spent on research and more than 100 drugs failures, advocates are celebrating the most current breakthroughs which Lisa shares on todayās episode.
Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
Lisa discusses the most current information regarding the drug Rexulti, a newer drug approved by the FDA for agitation.Promising updates about the latest research in lifestyle modifications. The future of blood tests for early diagnosis of Alzheimerās disease. News about Medicare coverage that will have a significant impact on the early detection of Alzheimerās disease. And much, much, more.About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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The Holiday Season is that special time of year for us to celebrate with our family and friends through sharing precious time together and creating lifelong memories. Many families struggle with the decision as to whether to include a loved one who is living with Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. Lisa discusses how you can make this difficult decision and how to create a positive experience for everyone.
Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
What you need to consider if you are thinking about including your loved one in your festivities . Tips to creating a safe, peaceful and positive environment for all guests, including a family member with dementia .Useful recommendations from the Mayo Clinic on preparation, planning, decorating, and celebrating.And much, much, more.About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Today, I address common myths about brain diseases. I clarify that dementia is not inevitable with age and emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyle habits like regular exercise, a balanced diet, and stress management. I distinguish between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, noting that dementia is a syndrome with various causes, not just Alzheimer's. I debunk the myth that having a family member with dementia guarantees one will develop it, explaining that while genetics play a role, many risk factors are modifiable. I also address misconceptions about dementia affecting only older adults and its impact on quality of life, emphasizing that early diagnosis and lifestyle changes can help manage the disease.
ļ»æļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Lisa interviews Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger, a former Chief of Surgery and Oncology Specialist. He has also worked as a Mediator, helping families navigate the emotional challenges of a serious health crisis. Drawing on his experiences, Dr. Spangenberger has authored several books to support caregivers and their loved ones, offering actionable guidance for facing long-term care. In todayās episode, Lisa explores Dr. Spangenbergerās latest book, The Unexpected Marathon: Your Guide to Long Term Caregiving, due out in January, 2025. His new book addresses the growing need for supportive resources for family caregivers, providing strategies to prevent caregiver burnout, how to create routine, less stressful environments, and manage the physical and emotional toll of caregiving, plus much, much more. Donāt miss this very informative episode!
Mentioned Resources:
For more information and how to access Dr. Spangenbergerās free, extended excerpt and worksheets from The Unexpected Marathon, please visit LTCMarathon.com
About the Guest:
Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger is a pioneering figure in minimal invasive surgery and a former Chief of Surgery, with more than 30 years of experience as an Oncology Specialist. In addition to his medical career, he has worked as a Mediator, helping families navigate the emotional challenges of a serious health crisis. His latest book, The Unexpected Marathon: Your Guide to Long-Term Caregiving, addresses the growing need for supportive resources for family caregivers.
ļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Behavioral expressions we see with dementia typically have an underlying reason. Itās a personās way of trying to communicate an unmet want or need to us when they are no longer able to articulate them to us. Itās important to recognize the myriad of symptoms and behaviors in order to understand that are are trying to communicate with us in the only way they know how. In todayās episode, Lisa dives deep into what many of the common triggers are that typically the basis of these behaviors. Donāt miss this very important episode!
We explore environmental triggers,
Physical Triggers, Mental Triggers,
Recommendations for diffusing behavioral expressions and creating a calm environment.
About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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In the latest episode of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's, host Lisa Skinner discusses several surprising elements of brain disease which may seem to surface out of nowhere. 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. She then tells two deeply personal stories and explains how each story illustrates a surprising behavior.
About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Lisa continues her discussion on common behaviors associated with dementia, focusing on psychosis, repetitive actions, rummaging, sleep disturbances, and the "stranger in the mirror" phenomenon. She shares personal anecdotes to illustrate these behaviors, such as her grandmother's hallucinations and her uncle's experience with "stranger in the mirror." Lisa also covers sundowning, suspicion, inappropriate clothing choices, and various types of wandering, including aimless walking, checking, chronic exit seeking, and nighttime walking. It is crucial to understand these behaviors to better support individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Behavioral expressions we see with dementia typically have an underlying reason. Itās their way of trying to communicate an unmet want or need to us when they are no longer able to articulate them to us. Itās important to recognize the myriad of symptoms and behaviors in order to understand that they are trying to communicate with us in the only way they know how. Lisa describes and explains many of the behaviors and symptoms that accompany dementia. Donāt miss this very important episode!
About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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On today's episode of The Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa pays tribute to all the caregivers and family members who work so hard to care for our loved ones who live with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. She acknowledges how hard it is to care for those who are cognitively impaired and discusses some of the challenges that these caregivers face every day. She gives many examples of the unexpected situations that arise with the cognitively impaired along with tips and strategies for how to handle these situations if they do arise.
If you are a caregiver to someone living with dementia, ā„ you don't want to miss this episode!ā„
In her What's News Segment, Lisa gives an update on the Willis Family and how they are struggling every day to live through Bruce Willis' Frontotemporal Lobe dementia diagnosis as best they can.
About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Lisa explores the many advantages of using a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care. Donāt miss this very important episode!
Some of the highlights include:
What exactly is a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care and why it matters.How a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care can improve the overall quality of life for those living with Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. What are some of the long-term benefits of a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care?And much, much, more.About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Lisa and Heidi dive deep into a very powerful conversation about grief. Heidi became a certified grief educator after her beloved husband, Mike, died suddenly and unexpectedly. Heidi shares her story of how she processed her grief and what she learned from her heartbreaking experience that she would like others to know. Donāt miss this very important episode!
Some of the highlights include:
Understanding grief and itās process. How Heidiās personal story with grief influenced her work as a grief educator.What Heidi recommends as being some of the healthy coping mechanisms for people who are experiencing grief. Preparing for grief for a loved one who is living with Alzheimerās disease and dementia; recognizing that we will lose that person not just once, but twice. Transformative aspects of grief. And much, much, more.About the Guest:
International Best-Selling Author and Certified Grief Educator, Heidi Dunstan has a passion to help others learn about grief, and how to support others who are grieving. Her experience came firsthand after losing her husband unexpectedly in 2018. Dealing with loved ones saying the wrong thing or completely disappearing, showed her that many people have never learned how to grieve. Heidi believes that grief is love, and it should never be done alone. She teaches people what to say and not say to grievers, giving them the tools to Lean into Grief, so we can all grieve with grace.
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About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Caring for someone with Alzheimerās disease and related dementia is often fraught with misconceptions, which can lead to unnecessary frustration, ineffective caregiving, and emotional burnout. As a seasoned behavioral specialist, Lisa has dedicated her career to educating caregivers and family members about the complexities of these conditions. In todayās episode, Lisa shares some of the most misunderstood aspects of caring for individuals living with Alzheimerās disease and dementia. Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
Lisa breaks down the top 10 most misunderstood beliefs about caring for people living with Alzheimerās disease and dementia and explains the misconceptions in detail. Lisa also gives an update on research for a cure for Alzheimerās disease and dementia and shares what is currently being tested.And much, much, more.About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Alzheimerās disease and related dementia have long been associated with a heavy emotional toll on families and caregivers of those living with it. In todayās episode, Lisa discusses how coping strategies have evolved over time and how the current best practices have provided valuable guidance to families worldwide today. Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
Weāve come a long way, baby, in our care approaches to people living with dementia.Early Coping Strategies.A New Shift in our Understanding of dementia.The Modern Era of dementia caregiving.And much, much, more.About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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On today's episode of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa interviews Alexis Baker, who is a board-certified music therapist of 10 years and the founder and owner of Bridgetown Music Therapy, which she founded in 2017. Alexis is passionate about serving older adults, especially those who are living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. Alexis says that she views using music to make a positive difference in people's lives as a life calling. She is drawn to their wisdom and to their life stories and absolutely loves seniors. Lisa and Alexis discuss just how magical and powerful music is to those with cognitive decline and they share several true-to-life stories with the audience based on their personal experiences.
ļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Have you ever heard the term confabulation in dementia? Lisa explains what confabulation is and how it differs from delusions and intentional lying in people living with dementia and other conditions. . . Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
What exactly is confabulation? Why itās important to understand what confabulation is and how to recognize it.How to distinguish between confabulation, delusions, and lying.The different types of confabulation.Specific examples of what confabulation might sound like.And much, much, more.ļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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In recent years, the use of baby dolls as therapy for people living with dementia has gained global attention. This approach, known as āDoll Therapy,ā involves giving baby dolls to individuals with dementia to promote emotional well-being and improve quality of life. However, it does not come without its share of controversy as well as a host of documented benefits. . Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
The known benefits of offering dolls to individuals living with dementia. How āDoll Therapyā has shown varying degrees of success for individuals living with dementia.Why it matters to tailor āDoll Therapyā to each individualās needs and preferences for optimal results.Some of the common stigmas and controversy surrounding the use of āDoll Therapy.ā And much, much, more.ļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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On todayās episode, host Lisa Skinner talks about some of the ways to deal with dementia behaviors including some of the doās and donāts that she cites from an article she shares with her audience. Because mid-to-late stage Alzheimerās disease and dementia patients often exhibit challenging behaviors, understanding and learning which strategies are most effective is key.
For example, if someone with dementia says to you, āI donāt want to take a shower,ā Lisa shares what response(s) work best and what response(s) donāt work well at all.
In her Whatās News segment, Lisa shares some exciting news and an update on the drug Iecanemab for use as a treatment for Alzheimerās disease.
ļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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In todayās episode, Lisa dispels the belief and the stigma that people eventually become zombie-like caused by Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. This could not be farther from the truth. Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
Lisa explains how many aspects of Alzheimerās disease and dementia are still widely misunderstood today. Lisa discusses some of the false beliefs surrounding Alzheimerās disease, like people eventually become zombies.Lisa examines how increasing awareness and understanding of false aspects of Alzheimerās disease and dementia will better support individuals living with these conditions and their caregivers.How caregivers can provide enhanced and meaningful lives for those living with dementia through understanding the cognitive functions they lose and those they will always retain. And much, much, more.ļ»æAbout the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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Would you have ever thought that specific colors can have a profound impact on the daily lives of those living with Alzheimerās disease and related dementia? Well, they do! Lisa shares insights on how the use of various colors can be extremely helpful in providing enhanced quality of care for those with dementia. Donāt miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include:
How different colors can make a difference by influencing a personās moods, their environment, and eating patterns.How the use of color contrasting is so important for impacting the daily lives of those living with dementia.How our vision changes with advancing age, and why using certain colors can make a difference. And much, much, more.About the Host:
Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimerās disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimerās Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, āTruth, Lies & Alzheimerās ā Its Secret Facesā continues Lisaās quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book āNot All Who Wander Need Be Lost,ā was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle so they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and through her workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.
So many people today are heavily impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. The Alzheimer's Association and the World Health Organization have projected that the number of people who will develop Alzheimer's disease by the year 2050 worldwide will triple if a treatment or cure is not found. Society is not prepared to care for the projected increase of people who will develop this devastating disease. In her 30 years of working with family members and caregivers who suffer from dementia, Lisa has recognized how little people really understand the complexities of what living with this disease is really like. For Lisa, it starts with knowledge, education, and training.
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