Every year on 11 March, National No Smoking Day encourages people across the UK to take a fresh look at their relationship with tobacco. Most people already associate smoking with lung disease and heart problems. What is discussed far less is the impact it has on the brain. Research shows that smoking significantly increases the […]
Every January, the same phrase rolls around again: new year, new me. It’s meant to sound hopeful. Fresh start. Clean slate. But for a lot of people, it doesn’t feel inspiring — it feels heavy. 😮💨 It quietly suggests that who you are right now isn’t enough. That you need fixing. Upgrading. Replacing. No wonder
General Tips for Communicating with Someone Living with Dementia General Tips for Communicating with Someone Living with Dementia Practical guidance to make conversations easier, more respectful, and more effective. General tips for communicating Choose a good place to talk: quiet, well-lit, and free from background noise (TV/radio off). Gain their full attention before you start.
Living with Dementia Dementia is the broad term used to describe the signs and symptoms that are caused by a number of conditions that affect the brain. Many people can, and do, live well with dementia by recognising the impact that it can have on all areas of their life and taking steps to address
Getting older is the biggest risk factor for dementia — however, evidence shows that there are things you can do to help reduce your own risk. Keeping Active Doing regular physical activity is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of dementia. Physical activity is good for your heart, circulation, weight control and
Rarer types of dementia only account for about 5% of all dementia cases. They tend to be more common among younger people with dementia (under the age of 65). Corticobasal Syndrome (CBS) CBS is a rare condition in which parts of the brain become damaged and begin to shrink. Sometimes referred to as ‘corticobasal degeneration’
There are many symptoms of dementia. Someone living with dementia may have one or more of the traits listed below. Cognitive Issues Difficulty recalling events that have happened recently Difficulty in making decisions, solving problems, or carrying out a sequence of tasks Difficulty following a conversation or finding the right word for something Problems judging
Dementia describes a collection of symptoms that can include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving, or language. These changes may start small but can become severe enough to affect daily life, and there may also be changes in mood or behaviour. What Causes Dementia? Dementia results from damage to the brain caused by diseases
