prevention

As the primary caregiver for a dementia patient, how can I get a break?

As the primary caregiver for a dementia patient, how can I get a break?

Dr. Naomi Dongelmans 🧠 πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§, Health blog by Dr Naomi πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§, mind & mood, prevention
Taking care of a loved one who has dementia is a huge responsibility and is very time-consuming. It can bring a lot of stress and frustration. You devote all your time to your loved one and you don’t have time for yourself anymore.
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Alzheimer prevention

Alzheimer prevention

Dr. Naomi Dongelmans Health blog by Dr Naomi πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§, prevention
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive degenerative disease that destroys a person’s cognitive skills and abilities, including thinking, reasoning, learning and retention, communication, and sometimes even motor skills. While much of the research currently being done on Alzheimer’s disease is on finding a cure and treatment for the symptoms, considerable progress has also been made in Alzheimer's prevention.
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Exercising for self-care

Exercising for self-care

Dr. Naomi Dongelmans Health blog by Dr Naomi πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§, physical health, prevention
One thing you can do for self-care is exercise. Making exercise enjoyable is critical if you want to stick with it and make it a part of your daily routine.
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