The Hazards of Alcoholism in the Elderly
Photo credit Drew Beamer Millions of people consume alcohol, but each person has their own unique relationship with this substance. While many are
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Caregiver or Care Partner? What Evolving Terminology Means
Decades ago, when I began my caregiving life, I just did what I did. I’m not sure I was referred to as anything other than the daughter, the
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10 Easy Ways to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve to Reduce Stress
Science has confirmed that the vagus nerve is important to your mental and physical health. Stimulating it has many health benefits. Here’s how and
End-of-Life Care: ER Doctor Answers Our Questions
Emergency room doctor Kevin Haselhorst had an epiphany while he tried valiantly to save an elderly man who’d been through one-too-many traumas.
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5 Things That Cause Memory Lapse (And How to Prevent Them)
How bad is your memory? Do you consider yourself a forgetful person? There may be a surprisingly simple and common cause behind frequent memory
10 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues
Photo credit Aaron Burden When store employees wish us "Merry Christmas!" we smile back and return the greeting. When acquaintances wave
How to Stay Sane During the Holidays as a Sandwich Generation Caregiver
...Prior to an aging parent’s health issues, the busy season described above would be a “normal” Christmas for you and your family. Things
Caregiving During the Holidays: Have a Realistic & Positive Approach
Photo credit Natalia y There’s an image of holiday perfection that our culture encourages. Starting with Thanksgiving, we are inundated with images
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10 Signs of Cognitive Decline (And 5 Ways to Strengthen The Brain)
Have you ever been concerned about what the future might hold? Do you know the first signs of cognitive decline? Do you wish you knew a way to
Does Cell Phone Radiation Affect Fertility?
What is the effect of cell phone radiation on sperm motility and DNA damage? “Are men talking their reproductive health away?” There have been
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Handling Sibling Criticism During the Holidays
Family caregivers often put their lives on hold to care for their loved ones. In cases where adult children are caring for their parents, sibling
Tips for Reducing Loneliness in Elders During the Holidays
Photo credit JD Mason While aging can bring wisdom and experience, there are inevitable losses that even the healthiest seniors face. Loved ones and
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GrandPad: One-of-a-kind Tablet/Phone for Older Adults Surprisingly Flexible
Dear Readers: You may have heard of the GrandPad, a uniquely designed, purpose-built tablet for older adults that’s an international hit. A fun
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How-Caregiving-Catchphrases-Can-Skew-Your-Thoughts
Photo credit Alev Takil ...Caregivers must never forget that there is a major difference between caring for elders and children. Children are just
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Grief: The Way to Continue on Is to Work Through It
...Dr. Gail Gross: When an injury, such as death occurs in your life, it signals the end of one phase of your life and a transition into something