Ellen Langer has been writing about the value of mindfulness for over 35 years. I read her book … [Read more...] about Don’t Move Them—Let Them Use Mindlessness
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Let’s Treasure Childhood, Adulthood and Elderhood
As I began to write about these concepts, I was surprised to discover that Microsoft Word doesn’t … [Read more...] about Let’s Treasure Childhood, Adulthood and Elderhood
Shaping the Mood in Dementia
We can affect the moods of those with dementia When we are with people who have dementia or … [Read more...] about Shaping the Mood in Dementia
Family Caregivers—Could They Be Less Alone?
Caring for the caregivers If you are caring for a loved one with dementia, you are probably very … [Read more...] about Family Caregivers—Could They Be Less Alone?
How Should I Respond When She Doesn’t Make Sense?
What to do when a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s doesn’t make sense Families ask me this so … [Read more...] about How Should I Respond When She Doesn’t Make Sense?
Is it Dishonest To Go Along with Altered Realities?
Dementia reality—accepting their reality When I talk with families or dementia caregivers about … [Read more...] about Is it Dishonest To Go Along with Altered Realities?