What The Dementia

By Breanna Wilson

Welcome to What the Dementia. Join us as we dive into the world of dementia, exploring the complexities of this often misunderstood condition. We bring you expert insights, practical advice, and perso... more

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How many episodes does What The Dementia have?

The podcast currently has 169 episodes available.

What The Dementia episodes:

January 05, 2022 049 | Realistic Self-care for the Busy Dementia Care Partner
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss realistic self-care for the busy dementia care partner.

This episode will cover:
— The significance of self-care for dementia care partners.
— Common hurdles and how to overcome them
— The importance of respite and how to plan for it.
— Seeking support.
— Maintaining your identity and pursuing personal goals.

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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18min
June 23, 2021 048 | Biogen's Aduhelm or Aduhuh? for Alzheimer's Disease
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the controversial topic of Aduhelm by Biogen the first new FDA-approved medication for Alzheimer's disease in nearly 20 years. This podcast is simply to inform and give my opinion. This podcast is not intended to be offensive.

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
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MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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18min
May 26, 2021 047 | What's With The Humming!? [Dementia]
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the phenomenon of humming in people with dementia, explore the reasons behind this behavior, and offer practical tips for caregivers dealing with prolonged humming.

This episode will cover:
— Understanding humming as a coping mechanism.
— Identifying potential triggers for prolonged humming.
— Strategies for dealing with constant humming

MENTIONED EPISODE:
032 | Establishing a Routine + Choosing Activities

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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10min
April 21, 2021 046 | Q&A Series 7: Why The Anger?, Hardest Stage, & Wishing They Would Die? [Dementia]
I recorded this episode back in September 2020 and realized I never posted it!! So sorry! Q&A Series 7 of our Q&A series where we answer 3 of your questions!

This episode will address the following questions/concerns:
— I don't understand, with dementia, where does the anger come from, the destructive behavior.
— What stage do you think is harder for the loved one and what stage do you think is harder for the caregiver?
— Am I wrong for wishing for her to die?

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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21min
March 24, 2021 045 | Why Won't My Partner Living With Dementia Shower? — 10 Reasons + Bonus
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss 10 reasons why your partner living with dementia may not want to shower.

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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15min
February 24, 2021 044 | "No, I do it like this!" — Correcting Isn't Always Correct [Dementia]
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss correcting your partner and why it's not always necessary!

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MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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6min
February 03, 2021 043 | Frontotemporal Dementia — What In The World Is Going On?
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss what frontotemporal dementia is and why you may encounter the odd, crazy, bizarre, or challenging things you do. (This is actually episode 043 — oops!)
This episode will cover:
— The often misunderstood world of FTD, its diagnosis, and its impact on individuals and families.
— A breakdown of the three main FTD variants - Behavioral Variant FTD, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and Progressive Motor Decline - and the unique challenges they present.
— How FTD affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, impacting behavior, language, and motor skills.
— Why FTD can be challenging to diagnose and how it can be mistaken for other conditions.
Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse
CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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20min
December 09, 2020 042 | Lewy Body Dementia — Those Darn Lewy bodies!
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss what Lewy Body Dementia is. Do you know!?
This episode will cover:
— Overview of Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) and its prevalence.
— Role of lewy bodies as abnormal protein deposits disrupting brain function.
— Symptoms and challenges associated with dementia with lewy bodies.
— Sleep disorders, medication sensitivity, and involuntary dysfunctions in LBD.
— The importance of palliative care for enhancing quality of life.
MENTIONED EPISODES:
041 | Vascular Dementia — Lack of Blood Flow Makes The Brain Go... 023 | Palliative Care & Hospice [Dementia]
Bambu Treehouse | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://letsbambu.com/treehouse ⁠⁠⁠
CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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14min
November 18, 2020 041 | Vascular Dementia — Lack of Blood Flow Makes The Brain Go...
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss what Vascular Dementia is. Have you heard of it? Do you know what it is?
This episode will cover:
— What Vascular Dementia is and how it relates to the brain's vascular system.
— The key differences between Vascular Dementia and other forms of dementia.
— Risk factors that contribute to the development of Vascular Dementia.
— How Vascular Dementia presents clinically and the early symptoms to watch for.
— The unique progression pattern and fluctuations in symptoms associated with Vascular Dementia.
— Additional caregiver challenges that may arise if Vascular Dementia is caused by a stroke.

10 QUICK TIPS FOR DEMENTIA CARE PARTNERS EBOOK: www.letsbambu.com/resources

STIGMA IN DEMENTIA PODCAST EPISODE: https://anchor.fm/whatthedementia/episodes/017--Stigma-in-Dementia-ecq7dp

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
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MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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13min
November 04, 2020 040 | Mixed Dementia—Yes, Your Partner Can Have More Than One
In this original What the Dementia we will be discussing mixed dementia. A lot of people don't know that people living with dementia can have more than one type of dementia. Although it is infrequently diagnosed or found while the person is still living, it is very common.
This episode will cover:
— The concept of mixed dementia and its complexities
— The impact of having more than one type of dementia on progression and symptoms
— Challenges in discussing your partner's symptoms with medical professionals
— Importance of obtaining a proper diagnosis for better care and medication management

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:
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MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.
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8min

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How many episodes does What The Dementia have?

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