About a month after her mother moved into an Elmhurst memory care facility, Gail Bekin bought her a doll, hoping it would ...

Sleep disturbances are a key contributor to agitation. Poor sleep quality, characterized by frequent awakenings, insomnia, ...

Benzodiazepines, more commonly known as benzos, “are a class of medications that slow down activity in your brain and nervous ...

Good news—treating anxiety could help lower the risk of dementia. Discover how recent research highlights this promising ...

SaveHealth reports on advancements in dementia medications, highlighting new treatments that modify disease progression and ...

During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by ...

Formalities such as wishes for finances or care options could also be put in place for those who "have time to make decisions ...

A study shows that both chronic and new-onset anxiety are linked to higher dementia risk—but there may be ways to fight back.

When Rob received his diagnosis, Mrs McFadden said it was devastating and she found it particularly “brutal” that they ...

Despite positive signs in reducing overuse of psychotropic medication in aged care, some areas still need urgent attention ...

Dementia alters our sense of time, yet emotional resonance enables enduring connection when memory can no longer be the ...

Caregivers of people with dementia can effectively prepare for and navigate weather emergencies. The most important thing is to stay calm when communicating plans.