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All the NY Fed’s research is important and interesting, but rarely does it have such emotional resonance. Pretty much every family and household has experienced the challenge of someone near and dear to them suffering gradual and irreversible memory loss. This paper for the first time shines a light on the scale of the financial costs…..

Connect with Meredith Bartlett, MA CCC-SLP, at the International Congress of Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders®. This annual conference is convened by the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society to bring together clinicians, researchers, trainees, and industry supporters interested in the current research and approaches for the diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders. https://lnkd.in/e3iHp3F #parkinsonsdisease

#CancerSurvivorship is a state of being, including the perspectives, needs, health, and the physical, psychological, social, and economic challenges experienced by people and caregivers after a cancer diagnosis.     For more survivorship terms & definitions, visit https://go.nih.gov/9KnKoFu  

Looking for clarity about a loved one's changing behavior? Our blog post breaks down the similarities and differences between Alzheimer's and depression and provides tips for seeking a correct diagnosis. https://lnkd.in/gbsf8Vg4

Coming Soon: CNSA's next white paper on childhood absence epilepsy. Panelists will discuss accurate & timely diagnosis, the patient journey and the impact on their families & health care system. Learn more about CNSA's Clinical Proceedings series here ▶️ https://bit.ly/3a2xoEh

How to ask the hard questions about "what's next"? There are many important decisions to make as we age, and one of the hardest steps is starting the conversation about "what's next." Health and wealth are sensitive topics, but talking about the future is essential for making sure your wishes are respected. Watch the video from our Webinar. When the Diagnosis Is Dementia: Practical Tip 2 "Have the Talk"

Being able to distinguish memory loss from dementia is crucial, and detecting the earliest warning signs can be what motivates medical evaluation. Remembering to evaluate key symptoms such as forgetfulness in routine tasks, judgment issues, and progression of forgetfulness over time can allow for an early diagnosis, effective intervention, and improved quality of life. Learn more in this article from the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation: https://ow.ly/Q1FK50QOMbJ #LongTermCare #KentmereDifference #SkilledNursing

There is science behind the soft skills. This article explores how addressing such issues as identity threat, trauma processing, cognitive bias and PSE (picture superiority effect) can significantly increase patient and staff satisfaction, reduce patient morbidity and mortality, and reduce cost of care. Link below: https://lnkd.in/dXfNNytK #cancercare #psychosocialsafety #traumainformedpractice #cancersurvivorship

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease (Early Detection Matters) Webinar TOMORROW, Saturday, 8/10 at 9:00 am. In this webinar, Attorney Justin M. Kennedy and Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize will give this educational presentation created by the Alzheimer’s Association to help identify memory and cognitive problems early. We will also provide you with several Alzheimer’s Association® worksheets to help you review the 10 warning signs, evaluate memory and thinking problems, and learn more about 10 steps to approach memory concerns and what to do when you notice changes in others. Register here: https://ow.ly/cHCg50SUke5

In case you missed this: our latest article features Rahil Virani, an MS Information student working at the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. He discussed his role and the privilege of working with data with potential to unlock benefits for public health. Read: 📊 https://ow.ly/Jlx950QP4cv