Stress generally refers to two things: the psychological perception of pressure, on the one hand, and the body’s response to it, on the other, which involves multiple systems, from metabolism to muscles to memory. Through hormonal signaling, the perception of danger sets off an automatic response system, known as the fight-or-flight response, that prepares all animals to […]
Scientists say the chemicals in weed destroy the poisonous protein amyloid beta – which has been linked to memory loss.
If you or someone you love has Alzheimer’s, by now you may have heard a few murmurs about the possible benefits of medical marijuana. In recent years, researchers have been experimenting with low doses of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and other active compounds in marijuana, studying their effects on the neurological changes thought to lead to Alzheimer’s […]
Caregivers spend an average of more than 24 hours a week assisting their loved ones. While that time can be deeply rewarding, it can also leave you vulnerable — if you put your own health and well-being at the bottom of your to-do lists.
Caregiver burnout is not a myth. It is a very real condition that affects caregivers of all ages and it can have serious consequences. According to Web MD, caregiver burnout is “a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may be accompanied by a change in attitude — from positive and caring to negative and […]
