"Robots are increasingly replicating more and more lifelike human behavior, but can they imitate animals? This is a different twist on robotic pets and scientists say they can serve as friends and therapy aids to the growing elderly population."
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"We have reviewed decades of evidence from animal and human studies, across many different empirical methods, suggesting that when women begin taking hormone replacement therapy during menopause their risk of dementia and Alzheimer's in later years drops sharply, by 35 to 70 percent."
"Q-Tip, celebrated hip-hop artist, producer and founding member of A Tribe Called Quest took to Instagram recently to honor his mother, who is living with Alzheimer's . Known for lyrics that touch fans with their eloquence while simultaneously educating them on timely issues, the pioneering hip-hop star said that taking on the role of caregiver has been eye opening and inspirational."
"Developing Manager at the Alzheimer's Association, Colleen Hicks tells Robert Mangino about the signs of alzheimers and what people have to look for."
"I was diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer's disease in 2015. I was 59. While it was a devastating diagnosis, it was a relief to know there was a reason behind my slipping abilities at work and some startling memory lapses. Having cared for two parents with Alzheimer's, I know what I'm dealing with. There may be no cure for Alzheimer's (yet), but I'm determined to live well with the disease for as long as I can."
"It’s natural to freeze up when confronted with uncomfortable situations. But that can mean missed opportunities to spread more than cheer this holiday season as we visit relatives and friends who have dementia or Alzheimer's."
"Long-term care insurance can take fear of the unknown out of financial planning for worst case health scenarios. And it can ease the burden on family members who might feel beholden to provide the care out of love or a sense of obligation, sometimes interrupting or sacrificing their careers to do it."
"The holidays are a time for friends and family. It’s a time for coming together and for bustling merriment for many. But for families living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, the holidays can be challenging. Take a deep breath. With some planning and adjusted expectations, the next few weeks can still be happy and memorable."
" It is not unusual for an Alzheimer's caregiver to wonder if the person living with Alzheimer's or a related dementia still loves them. Do they? The simple actions that person living with dementia perform each day can lead us to only one conclusion."
"'There is so much promise in non-pharmacological treatments, like exercise and cognitive training,' adds Yu. 'Ultimately, I want people with cognitive impairment to live longer in the community, with a better quality of life.'"