At the Window with Dementia – Podcast Episodes 1-10
Trailer
Welcome to At the Window with Dementia! This podcast will provide weekly episodes that include both clinical information and resources about dementia as well as answer questions like “Why is this happening?,” “What should I expect next?,” and everything in between. Please subscribe so you don’t miss a single podcast episode. I have a lot to say!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/3986222
Episodes
Episode #1 – An Introduction to Dementia
An brief overview of what dementia actually is and what it isn’t.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/3991820
Episode #2 – Window Perspectives
An explanation of how being “at the window” is actually a metaphor for different perspectives of dementia.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/3991898
Episode #3 – Changing your Location
Why it is so important to understand the world they live in instead of trying to make them fit into yours.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/3991949
Episode #4 – Nutrition and Hydration
A discussion about the unique nutritional and hydration needs for individuals with dementia.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/4079615
Episode #5 – “Should I get genetic testing for Alzheimer’s?“
A conversation addressing the implications of DNA testing for Alzheimer’s. Should you get tested or not and what do you do with the results if you do get tested.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/4079648
Episode #6 – CBD and Dementia
A discussion about the pros and cons of using CBD oil to treat symptoms of dementia.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/4173455
Episode #7 – Let’s Talk Hallucinations
An explanation of hallucinations and when it is and isn’t appropriate to treat them.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/4173476
Episode #8 – “Why are they laughing?“
Have you noticed your loved one laughing at unusual times or in response to a question? This episode takes a look at possible reasons why they may be laughing, even when it’s not in response to something funny.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/4277426
Episode #9 – “Are they listening?”
Do you wonder why your loved one asks the same question over and over again? What if it’s not just because of impaired memory recall? A discussion of an alternative cause.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1095122/episodes/4277504
Episode #10 – “Is it time to stop driving?”
No one wants to address the issue of driving safety with their loved one with dementia. How do you know when it’s time to have them stop driving? This episode provides insight about when and how to handle this difficult topic.
