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“Paranoia is a subset of and related to delusions,” explains Dr. Nash, who is board-certified in internal medicine and psychiatry. “Delusions are fixed, false beliefs while paranoia involves fearfulness that comes from misinterpreting information—such as thinking that things are dangerous to you or others even though they are not.”

New York, NY, August 2018 – Last year researchers at the Zachary and Elizabeth M. Fisher Alzheimer Disease Education and…

By Gary Joseph LeBlanc If life has taken you in the direction of becoming a full-time caregiver for loved ones…

One of the nation’s nonprofit leaders, GuideStar, awarded the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation their Gold Seal of transparency…

Long daylight hours and a relaxed dress code make summer the perfect time of year to get out of the…

By Tamekia Reece Edited by Bernard A. Krooks, JD, CPA, LL.M, CELA There seems to be a discrepancy among the…

By Margie Monin Dombrowski Wandering is a common problem for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia,…

Exercising for at least 52 hours over a six month period — for an average of about two hours a…

Regular exercise has been shown to reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia later in life.…

Older men and women who eat a healthy diet tend to have larger brains, which may help to protect against…

Friendships can and should be preserved and encouraged for people with Alzheimer’s. By Winnie Yu When Carol Bradley Bursack’s father…

By Terri Poindexter Smith Running (or Walking), Swimming and Cycling Aerobic exercises like running, jogging, brisk walking, swimming or cycling—all…

Older adults who were excessively sleepy during the day showed signs of brain changes typical of Alzheimer’s disease. The…

Falls are common in older men and women, and can lead to prolonged hospital stays and serious medical complications. Falls…

Balance exercises can help those with dementia reduce their likelihood of falls, maintain their independence longer and improve their quality…

More good news on the music and Alzheimer’s front. Researchers report that music activates parts of the brain spared by…

A substance found in beets that gives the root vegetables their rich color could help to fight the brain damage…

By Jennifer Sellers Artistic expression can lead to enriching experiences for people with dementia. Imagine a woman with reduced language…

Not sleeping for just one night produced brain changes typical of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study reports. The study found…

Anyone who enjoys the jolt of a cup of coffee in the morning knows that caffeine can provide a mental…

It is estimated that more than 9.3 million Americans will have Alzheimer’s disease by the year 2060 if effective treatments are not found.

Older men and women who ate a serving a day of green, leafy vegetables had a slower rate of decline…

By Jennifer Sellers Caregiving for a loved one with dementia is challenging. Identifying and dealing with common frustrations can help…

A pet trust ensures funds and day-to-day care for pets By Kevin Gault Edited by Bernard A. Krooks, JD, CPA,…