In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the intriguing topic of mirrors and dementia, specifically focusing on how individuals with dementia perceive themselves in mirrors and reflective surfaces. Join us as we explore the complexities of this phenomenon, its neurological aspects, and practical tips for caregivers.

— Explanation of mirrored-self misidentification and its various terms.

— Insights into brain dysfunction related to mirrored-self misidentification.

— Real-life stories illustrating the experiences of individuals with dementia and mirrors.

— The significance of understanding the mirror's impact on individuals with dementia.

— Tips for caregivers

Story #1 | https://www.lbda.org/lbda_story/the-man-in-the-mirror/

Story #2 | https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/blog/mirror-reflections-mother-vascular-dementia

Video | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/video/news/video-2575795/Video-Woman-Alzheimers-conversation-reflection-mirror.html?page=

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we share the story of a 37-year-old woman from Sydney Australia developing dementia. We also give insights into Inhalational Alzheimer's Disease. Have you ever heard of Inhalational Alzheimer's Disease?

https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.100896

https://nypost.com/2022/08/20/hidden-home-problem-left-perfectly-healthy-37-year-old-woman-with-dementia/amp/

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss shadowing — what it is, why it happens, and what you can do.

— Explanation of what shadowing is and why it can be challenging for caregivers.

— Insight into the reasons behind shadowing behaviors in individuals with dementia.

— Real-life examples of shadowing behaviors in daily situations.

— Strategies for reducing shadowing.

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This is a special What the Dementia episode about the breaking news of the alleged fabrication of images in an influential 2006 paper led by Sylvain Lesne.

https://www.science.org/content/article/potential-fabrication-research-images-threatens-key-theory-alzheimers-disease

https://www.nature.com/articles/nature04533

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jul/23/alzheimers-study-fraudulent

https://www.alzforum.org/news/community-news/sylvain-lesne-who-found-av56-accused-image-manipulation

https://www.startribune.com/senior-university-of-minnesota-scientist-responds-to-fraud-allegations-in-alzheimers-research/600192351/

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss showtiming — what it is and why it happens. Have you heard of it?

— Explaining showtiming through relatable scenarios caregivers might have experienced.

— Discussion on why showtiming occurs and its prevalence in early to early-mid stages of dementia.

—Comparison of showtiming to everyday situations where people present a composed front despite inner struggles.

— The potential for a "crash" after showtiming episodes and its effects on the person with dementia.

— Practical advice on documenting and sharing concerns with healthcare professionals.

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the powerful technique of reminiscence as a means to connect with your partner living with dementia. Discover how this method can enhance mood, cognition, and communication while decreasing stress and anxiety for both caregivers and individuals with dementia.

This episode will cover:

— The concept of reminiscence as a powerful tool for connecting with people with dementia.

— The benefits of reminiscence.

— The suitability of reminiscence for individuals with mild to moderate dementia.

— Considerations for choosing appropriate topics and avoiding sensitive subjects.

— Various types of prompts for reminiscence.

— Practical examples of reminiscence activities.

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we provide a few insights about pain and dementia.

— The impact of pain on individuals with dementia.

— The challenge of accurately assessing and communicating pain in early and advanced dementia stages.— The significance of non-verbal cues in identifying pain.

— Common causes of pain in dementia patients.

— Behaviors and indicators to watch for when assessing pain.

— Approaches to managing pain

— The importance of involving a healthcare professional in pain management decisions.

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we invite you to our FREE interactive webinar and Live Q&A called Managing Resistance to Care which will be hosted June 21, 2022 at 8:30PM EST. Be sure to register even if you can't attend live to receive the replay, handouts, and freebies!! Hope to see you there! *REGISTRATION CLOSED*

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss reversible dementias and pseudodementia as well as how they differ from true dementia.

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MENTIONED PODCAST EPISODE:

The 3 D's: Dementia, Delirium, and Depression| Episode 04

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In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the difference between amnesia, Alzheimer's Disease, and dementia, if it's safe for a person with dementia to drive at any stage, and how to stop resenting others.

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