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Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago3 Tools to Heal the Pain of Dementia's Emotional Disconnect
Dementia-related emotional disconnect is a common experience for caregivers that leads to feelings of inadequacy.
Emotional unresponsiveness in dementia can feel personal, triggering deep-rooted fears and self-blame.
Dementia relationship dissonance can be addressed through intentional emotional recognition and reframing.
#mental-health
Washington Wizards
fromNew York Post
3 months agoWendy Williams taken by ambulance after dropping desperate note from NYC window begging for help
Wendy Williams was hospitalized after sending a distress note from her assisted living facility amidst ongoing health issues and guardianship battle.
Washington Wizards
fromNew York Post
3 months agoWendy Williams passes mental capacity test after being transported by ambulance to NYC hospital: report
Wendy Williams' mental capacity is intact according to a capacity test despite her ongoing guardianship battle.
#identity
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks agoMindfulness
What Remains When Memory Fades
Memory loss does not erase the self; love and imagination remain.
Psychedelics suggest consciousness can exist without autobiographical memory.
Identity consists of relational patterns, not solely stored memories.
Connection preserves dignity, emphasizing the importance of presence.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks agoWhat Remains When Memory Fades
Memory loss does not erase the self; love and imagination remain.
Psychedelics suggest consciousness can exist without autobiographical memory.
Identity consists of relational patterns, not solely stored memories.
Connection preserves dignity, emphasizing the importance of presence.
#aging
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months agoMemory Loss or Dementia? Understanding the Key Differences
Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging, but dementia disrupts daily life.
Mild cognitive impairment may indicate a risk for dementia.
Dementia symptoms include more than memory loss; they affect daily functioning.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month agoHealthy Hearing Is an Often Overlooked Key to Aging Well
Caring for hearing is critical to aging well.
Hearing loss is associated with many health risks, but treating hearing loss can help mitigate them.
There are many ways to support people with hearing loss, including using communication best practices.
#brain-health
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 months agoCardiovascular Fitness in Childhood Linked to Adult Dementia Risk
Childhood cardiovascular factors impact brain structure in young adults, increasing dementia risk.
Early cardiovascular health is crucial for cognitive function and long-term brain health.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 months agoCardiovascular Fitness in Childhood Linked to Adult Dementia Risk
Childhood cardiovascular factors impact brain structure in young adults, increasing dementia risk.
Early cardiovascular health is crucial for cognitive function and long-term brain health.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month agoElon Musk Has More Than a Dozen Birth Children That He Manages Relationships With Via a Fixer
Musk's ambition for NASA mirrors his personal agenda, as he believes making humanity multiplanetary is essential for the species' long-term survival amid declining population fears.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
2 months agoJenny McCarthy reveals heartbreaking moment when she realized Barbara Walters may have dementia
"I was hired to bring pop culture to 'The View'. They got rid of - at the time - Joy [Behar] and Elisabeth [Hasselbeck]. They wanted to do a whole flip of the show and lighten it up."
Left-wing politics
fromwww.times-series.co.uk
2 months agoThe dementia day centre where they sing The Beatles to reawaken memories
Singing offers a sense of community and enhances confidence for individuals living with dementia, providing emotional connection and cognitive engagement through shared musical experiences.
SF music
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months agoNapping during the day could be early symptom of dementia in elderly women
The new study, published in the journal Neurology, revealed that sleep problems could be an early marker of dementia in elderly women, emphasizing the connection between sleep and cognitive health.
Mental health
fromAeon
2 months agoA father forgets his child's name for the first time in this poetic reflection on memory | Aeon Videos
By the Time I Reach Him captures the painful reality of memory loss through personal audio, contemporary footage, and archival imagery, presented in a poignant black and white format.
philosophy
Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 months agoDelivering 'The Rule of Jenny Pen' Puppet - How David Lynch and 'M3GAN' Induced a New Genre Icon
The film 'The Rule of Jenny Pen' explores complex themes using a unique horror lens.
Jenny Pen, a puppeted character, represents dark themes in therapy and tyranny.
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