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Forest Bathing Eases Grief by Soaking in Nature: Mindfulness and a leisurely pace are key elements of the practice -
The Spiritual Symbolism of Cardinals: Many believe that the bright red birds indicate the death of a loved one -
Meaning-Focused Grief Therapy: Imaginal Dialogues with the Deceased: Robert A. Neimeyer, PhD, explains this process in a Q&A ahead of a workshop he will co-present in April
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Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s disease
Promising Study in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s and Dementia
A recent study involving pink noise stimulation improved the memory of individuals suffering mild cognitive impairment
Researchers and scientists from Northwestern University have concluded a study of deep sleep and its connection to mild cognitive impairment (which can be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease). Using sound stimulation and pink noise, the scientists studied the effects … Continue reading
Virtual Reality Could Help Diagnose Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
The VR test developed by researchers could spot early Alzheimer's disease more efficiently than "gold standard" cognitive tests currently in use
Advancements in technology have been proven to work wonders in the healthy aging realm, particularly for dementia patients. Here at SevenPonds, we’ve covered how virtual reality (VR) specifically can benefit both people with dementia and terminal illness. And now, a … Continue reading
New Research on Physician-Assisted Death and Alzheimer’s Disease
Study shows 20 percent of people at high risk for the disease would consider ending their lives with a doctor's help
A recent study published in JAMA Neurology posed an interesting question: Would people who know they have a higher than normal risk of Alzheimer’s disease consider physician-assisted death? The study asked people who had recently been told they had elevated … Continue reading
Scientists Are Studying the Link Between the Microbiome and Dementia
Their research points to fascinating connections between gut microorganisms and neurological health
For centuries, scientists have known that the human body is host to large numbers of microorganisms. Ever since Dutch scientist Antoine van Leeuwenhoek designed his first microscope in 1666, researchers have studied the tiny creatures that populate our bodies, searching … Continue reading
Young Blood and Anti-Aging
Shown to be effective in mice, young-blood infusions remain controversial for human use
Infusing blood plasma from young people into older adults to reverse symptoms of aging (such as dementia or heart disease) may seem a bit vampiric to some. Indeed, the idea of “young blood” producing anti-aging effects for elderly patients sounds … Continue reading
Are Assisted Living Facilities Understaffed and Dangerous?
Lack of sufficient oversight may leave people with dementia vulnerable to harm
With the number of elderly persons with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia increasing each year, the need for specialized facilities to care for them has increased with dizzying speed. Forty percent of people in assisted living facilities in the United States … Continue reading
