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Lewy body dementia is the 2nd most common form of degenerative dementia. Hear Sue's Lewy body dementia story & her advice for Lewy Body Dementia caregivers.
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Wife and LBD caregiver gives advice on dealing with lewy body dementia symptoms. She discusses her husband's Parkinsonism and Lewy Body Dementia Diagnosis.
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U-M's Rinne Lewy Body Dementia Initiative helps improve recognition of LBD symptoms, provides dementia support groups, and improves public awareness of LBD.
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U-M neurologist shares her thoughts on new Alzheimer's Disease treatment, aducanumab. Learn why she is tempering expectations for the new Alzheimer's treatment.
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University of Michigan researchers question the use of medical marijuana for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Learn more about Alzheimer's and Marijuana.
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As brain cells degenerate, dementia symptoms like illusions, hallucinations and delusions can occur. Here are the signs of dementia caregivers should look for.
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University of Michigan study recommends a non-drug alternative to antipsychotic medications for dementia patients. See how the DICE model helps modify behavior.
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Capgras Syndrome, or Imposter Syndrome, affects patients with dementia, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. Here's help in managing Capgras Syndrome symptoms.
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For people in their primary family-building years, an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is devastating. Learn more about caring for someone with early-onset Alzheimer's.
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Service dogs & pets offer both mental and health benefits to dementia patients. Find out how therapy animals play a key role in treating depression & loneliness.