Dementia by Austin Cole https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8 By, Austin Cole, Jocelynn Esquivez, Stephanie Alvarez, Kyla Sartin, and Elizabet Chavez en-us 2020-06-25 20:03:51 UTC 2026-02-12 23:08:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4a1.png Definition austincole1030 https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640386501
Dementia: a condition characterized by a decline in memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking skills that affect a person's ability to perform everyday activities.

Caused by: abnormal brain changes. 
Affects:  behavior, feelings and relationships.

A problem that can cause Dementia: (this is called Vascular Dementia) is a  microscopic bleeding and blood vessel blockage in the brain. Thyroid problems and vitamin deficiencies are also problems in this case.
  


]]> 2020-06-25 20:07:31 UTC https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640386501 Treatments austincole1030 https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640388381 Medications:  Cholinesterase inhibitors  help with memory and judgement.  

Occupational therapy: commonly used, this helps with coping behaviors. One will also simplify tasks and modify the environment to suit the patient.

Some believe spiritual and herbal healing can be used to slow dementia.

Side effects from these treatments can include:
●Nausea ●Slowed heartbeat
●Fainting ●Dizziness 
]]> 2020-06-25 20:09:41 UTC https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640388381 Roles Physical Exercise Plays in Reducing the Risk of Dementia austincole1030 https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640389274 Studies have shown that exercising regularly  in early, mid and late life is tied to people having a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia. 

People who are physically active are less likely to have heart disease and stroke. Both of these health conditions increase the risk of developing dementia.

Research has shown that people who exercise are more likely to show a slower loss of brain tissue as they age.

  • Dementia Australia (2006). Physical Exercise and Dementia. Retrieved June 19, 2020 from https://www.dementia.org.au/files/helpsheets/Helpsheet-DementiaQandA08-
PhysicalExercise_english.pdf 

]]> 2020-06-25 20:10:49 UTC https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640389274 Exercises to Help People with Dementia austincole1030 https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640391435 People over the age of 55 have more obstacles when it comes to exercising. 
This is because of:
●cost ●lack of transportation
●fear of being hurt
Recreational activities contribute to everyone’s quality of life. 
Anything that raises the heart rate is considered exercise such as: 
●dancing ●gardening
●housework ●restorative yoga
●functional training● aquatic exercise 
●tai chi
Department of Health & Human Services. “Dementia - Activities and Exercise.” Better Health Channel, Department of Health & Human Services, 31 May 2014, www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/ConditionsAndTreatments/dementia-activities-and-exercise

]]> 2020-06-25 20:13:12 UTC https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/640391435 Dementia Risk and Prevention https://padlet.com/austincole1030/5zfzgj28xpax3pp8/wish/642461704
Some risk factors of dementia that cannot be modified are age and genetics. Some that can be modified include healthy dieting, not smoking, regular exercise, and cognitive stimulation. These factors can reduce your risk of getting dementia at an older age.

Alzheimer Association, What is Dementia? Symptoms, Causes & Treatment, 2020,
 https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia

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