Many people view the development of dementia as an inevitable fate of old age. However, scientists have proven that if lifestyles change, around 40 percent of dementia cases could be prevented. Prevention methods to stay mentally healthy and capable include, for example, exercise, social contact, and not smoking. Especially in...
A dementia illness means that those affected gradually lose memories of their own lives. Initially, those affected forget current situations, but as the illness progresses, memories of images and events from their own past also fade. These losses can alter the perception of one's own self-image. So that people with dementia...
Even before dementia occurs, biological changes in the brain can be detected early on. These include, for example, protein deposits known as beta-amyloid proteins. These can be detected using cerebrospinal fluid examinations or specialized imaging techniques. Can these findings lead to reliable conclusions about the development of a…
Nicht-medikamentöse Behandlungsformen rücken in der Demenzversorgung immer mehr in den Vordergrund. Eine Möglichkeit stellt dabei die Musiktherapie dar. Allerdings ist es für viele Menschen mit Demenz, die im häuslichen Umfeld leben, oftmals schwierig, an entsprechenden therapeutischen Angeboten teilzunehmen. Die internationale Forschungsstudie HOMESIDE untersucht daher die Wirkung von Musik- und Lesetherapie …
Caregivers and relatives often find their work in the home environment overwhelming or psychologically stressful. For example, they feel tired, overextended, and not sufficiently recognized for their actions. However, home care also has its positive aspects. This is the conclusion of a current study led by…
Germany has a lot of catching up to do when it comes to digitizing its healthcare system. At the same time, health apps are becoming increasingly popular. They can be easily downloaded from app stores and used independently of location and time. According to a study, almost 80 percent of people aged 60 to 69 are „online.“ But what about the quality of the apps, especially…
Dementia, as an umbrella term, does not describe a specific single disease but rather a so-called syndrome, meaning a combination of certain symptoms. However, depending on the form of dementia, the initial symptoms and disease progression vary. For this reason, the World Alzheimer Report 2022 has dedicated a separate chapter to different forms of dementia. This knowledge is important for both…
Family members of people with dementia often face significant challenges in their daily lives. For example, relatives frequently feel overwhelmed and are under increased psychological strain. Furthermore, the changed situation can lead to conflicts with the person with dementia themselves, or even between the caring relatives of an affected individual. Various services...
Gesellschaftliche Teilhabe ist auch für Menschen mit Demenz und ihre pflegenden Angehörigen wichtig. Oft fehlt jedoch das Wissen über die Erkrankung und das Verständnis für Betroffene. Daher möchten wir in diesem Webinar Menschen mit Demenz eine Stimme geben. Bei Simone wurde eine Demenz diagnostiziert. Ihr Berufsleben musste sie aufgrund der …
Even small children learn how important thorough and regular brushing is. However, good oral hygiene contributes not only to sparkling white teeth and fresh breath. There are some scientific studies that have identified insufficient oral hygiene and untreated dental diseases as risk factors for the development of dementia. This is because inflammation in the...
