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How to Prevent Dementia as You Age

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As we age, it’s natural for both the mind and body to experience changes, including a decline in sharpness. For instance, forgetfulness becomes more common with age, as it’s normal to have difficulty recalling things over time. However, memory loss in older adults often raises concerns, particularly due to the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Alzheimer’s...
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How Does Alzheimer’s and Dementia Affect Family Relationships?

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Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are progressive brain disorders that impact behavior, personality, and mood. These changes can strain family dynamics, often disrupting relationships with loved ones. Below, we explore how the symptoms of dementia can influence an older adult’s connections with those closest to them. What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of…

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The Effects of Surgery and Anesthesia on Memory

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Major operations, like open heart and abdominal surgeries, require that the patient undergo general anesthesia. If the one going under the knife is a senior, there is a chance anesthesia will have an adverse effect on the individual’s cognitive functions—at least as far as some medical researchers claim. Seniors who have experienced this phenomenon will likely require memory care after…

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