#028 - Caregivers often approach me with the question: "my parent had dementia, does that mean I'll get it too?"

Today on the podcast, our favorite Neuropsychologist, Dr. Vonetta Dotson, is back to talk with us about genetic risk for dementia and reminds us that even if you have an increased risk for developing dementia, there's a lot that you can do to prevent it. Listen all the way through and you’ll learn several easy to use strategies you can start using today to reduce your risk of developing dementia. 

 Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll learn from my interview with Dr. Vonetta Dotson

• [04:55] Dr. Dotson talks about the benefits of neuropsychological assessment even if you don't currently have a dementia disorder
• [06:06] Ever wonder who is the most genetically at risk for developing dementia? Dr. Dotson answers this question. 
• [08:47] Have you had the thought: "maybe I should get genetic testing to reveal my chances of developing dementia?" Dr. Dotson shares her thoughts (based on research) on this matter.  
• [13:34] There is a lot you can do to prevent dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Dotson lists several strategies that you can start using today. 
• [22:44] Many caregivers wonder if medications like Namenda and Aricept are worth it to slow down the progress of dementia. Dr. Dotson shares her perspective on the timing of using these medications. 
• [29:30] If you're a caregiver, one of the best things that you can do to reduce your risk of developing dementia is to take care of yourself, too. 
  
  

Learn more about memory loss and dementia in my free memory loss guide. In this guide, you’ll get  a checklist of memory loss warning signs, learn more about the benefits of early diagnosis of dementia and so much more. Click here to download the guide.


Check out the show notes here!

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