Identifying and Managing Mental Health Issues in Older Adults
Dr. Art Walaszek joins us for a two-part series discussing the mental health and behavioral changes family members and caregivers may see in people with dementia. In this first part, he delves into th...
29 Jan 201922min
The Science of Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
Age is the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, but who and when it strikes is unpredictable. Recent research can help us understand how brain changes, genetics, gender, and environment and l...
8 Jan 201915min
How Language and Conversation Can Help Detect Dementia
On this week’s episode, Dr. Kimberly Mueller helps explain connected language and how studying conversations can help detect early signs of cognitive impairment. Guest: Dr. Kimberly Mueller, Assistant...
18 Dec 201814min
Holiday Tips for Dementia Caregivers
The holidays are a joyous time for many, however it can be quite stressful to caregivers of a person with dementia. Geriatrician Dr. Alexis Eastman discusses the most important tips and safety precaut...
4 Dec 201813min
SuperAgers: Who They Are and What They Can Tell Us about Alzheimer’s Disease
SuperAgers are people over age 80 who have the memory and thinking abilities of someone in their 50s. This week, Dr. Emily Rogalski discusses the science of SuperAging and how examining SuperAgers’ br...
20 Nov 201817min
The Triumphs and Challenges of Being a Dementia Caretaker
This week, we have a very special episode featuring former Governor of Wisconsin, Martin Schreiber. Governor Schreiber has been a widely outspoken advocate for awareness of Alzheimer's disease and dem...
6 Nov 201818min
Finding the Link Between High Blood Pressure and Dementia
Preventive cardiologist Dr. Heather Johnson joins us this week to discuss how keeping a healthy cardiovascular system can reduce chances of developing dementia. She also discusses her MyHEART study, w...
23 Okt 201813min
Approaching Alzheimer’s Disease as a Preventable Condition
Rarely are the steps to prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia discussed thoroughly. On this week's episode, Dr. William Shankle, a neurologist specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and management...
9 Okt 201813min
