If your loved one is among the 1.4 million Americans living with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), you may be surprised to learn that many common antipsychotic medications can cause severe side effects. This is even more important to be aware of if your loved one hasn’t yet received a Lewy Body Dementia diagnosis. Since LBD […]
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) affects approximately 1.4 million Americans, making it the second most common form of progressive dementia. This condition often includes symptoms such as visual and auditory hallucinations, cognitive fluctuations, and problems with mood and sleep. Capgras syndrome may also be present in those who have LBD, and here, we share more about […]
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is the second most common type of progressive dementia and approximately 1.4 million Americans have been diagnosed with this condition. Since Lewy Body Dementia symptoms are often similar to other diseases, it’s notoriously difficult to diagnose. However, receiving a timely and accurate diagnosis is essential for treating the disease appropriately. Symptoms […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, those with dementia may be having a particularly hard time coping with the many changes to daily life. If your loved one is among the 1.4 million Americans who have received a Lewy Body Dementia diagnosis, you may have noticed a worsening of symptoms. Here, we share more about […]
Caring for someone with dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease or Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), can be challenging as the individual progresses through each stage of the disease. Those with progressive dementia often experience mood issues or confusion, which can contribute to tense situations. Although you may encounter emotionally fraught scenarios while caring for a loved […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented changes for all of us. Due to the rising number of cases combined with colder temperatures, we may need to abide by more stringent safety guidelines than we practiced during the spring and summer. Since COVID-19 tends to be more dangerous to the older population and those with comorbidities, […]
Approximately 60,000 people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease each year. This degenerative movement disorder causes muscle rigidity and gait changes, often along with speech, mood, and sleep disorders. Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) and Parkinson’s disease share a host of similarities, and those with LBD are often mistakenly diagnosed with Parkinson’s before arriving at the correct […]
Many individuals living with dementia, including Lewy Body disease, can benefit from sensory stimulation. Sensory stimulation is an important therapy, as it’s highly effective at helping people of all ages reach a calm, happy state of being. Sensory stimulation involves activating one or more of the senses, including taste, smell, sight, hearing, and touch. Here, […]
Of the 50 million people living with dementia worldwide, approximately 1.4 million individuals in the United States are diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). This disease is the second most common type of progressive dementia, and the symptoms often mimic signs of other conditions. Those with LBD are frequently misdiagnosed with Parkinson’s disease since these […]
If you’re a care partner to one of the approximately 50 million people living with dementia, it’s crucial to practice self-care to avoid physical and emotional burnout. Most care partners are highly empathetic and selfless individuals, which is important when caring for someone with dementia. However, these altruistic traits also make it more likely for […]
