Research in the last 30 years has led to a greatly improved understanding of what dementia is, who gets it, and how it develops and affects the brain. This work is beginning to pay off with better diagnostic techniques, improved treatments and, even potential ways of preventing dementia. How would you evaluate this statement? by Chelsea Griffin

Research in the last 30 years has led to a greatly improved understanding of what dementia is, who gets it, and how it develops and affects the brain. This work is beginning to pay off with better diagnostic techniques, improved treatments and, even potential ways of preventing dementia. How would you evaluate this statement? by Chelsea Griffin https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15 By Chelsea Griffin, Sebastian James and Fahima Urfani en-us 2018-10-15 08:40:31 UTC 2018-10-18 14:43:11 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227380 As an obese woman, I was not aware that my weight, diet and lack of exercise can also lead to dementia. I think more people need to be educated on how simple lifestyle changes can have a big effect on the brain and how it functions.

Samiha miah ]]> 2018-10-18 08:32:40 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227380 Aqsa Mahmood- Matt Hancock MP w1586974 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227598 My opinion and view in the media is not very positive at the moment as a letter of plea was sent to me in regards to better care for dementia. Listening to the presentation today was really an eye opener for me as to how serious the issue is and what the government can do in order to help. During the coming winter, I will use my speech at the conservative part in order to provide funds for people with dementia. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:33:30 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227598 w1570188 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227627 Amy Stafford

More money needs to go into research to develop ways of GP diagnosing dementia. Screening of at risk individuals would also be helpful]]> 2018-10-18 08:33:38 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227627 Sandra (vegan) . Lifestyle, education, nutritional interventions and more research to early detection of the disease, will improve the awareness and the progression of further treatments on the disease. https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227775

]]> 2018-10-18 08:34:14 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227775 Alessia UN director https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227787 The government should strive to put more money into research and resources to help lessen the effects or try to delay the disease dimentia on the people that have it. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:34:18 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227787 Manayer Nass https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227914 although there are not many progressions in the study of dementia, there are other nutritional factors that may be added to ones diet to reduce the risk of dementia such as the consumption of omega 3; which in turn reduces beta-amyloid plaques and the progression of Alzheimers]]> 2018-10-18 08:34:48 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227914 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227982 Rima Alfaour- Public awareness is very important. Looking our for early signs and recognizing those at risk and therefore aiming to prevent dementia is essential. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:35:04 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294227982 Hi, I am Theresa May (Valentina B.) https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228081 I will do my best to give more foundings for Alzheimer’s and Dementia researches. By 2025, 1 million of people in Uk will be affected by Alzheimer’s and this year, 1 in 3 people born in Uk will develop dementia in their lifetime; this numbers are scaring, and it is time to act now, before it is too late. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:35:29 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228081 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228100 Simon's

]]> 2018-10-18 08:35:34 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228100 Jenny Tang - Teenager https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228236 As a teen I spend most of my time on social media. After listening to your seminar I think it’s a better idea that I use my time wisely and focus on my health in terms of eating and physical exercise. So instead of going to the local chicken and chip shop after school, i’ll walk home and eat a proper nutritious meal 😊 I understand that there is no cure but it can be prevented so it’s best I start now]]> 2018-10-18 08:36:10 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228236 Cindy La - Aid worker https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228313 I think more awareness needs to be brought about dementia as I think many people think it’s a common natural process that occurs as you get older. I think we should focus on the risk reductions and bring awareness to the younger generation so that they are aware of the preventative measures that they should take]]> 2018-10-18 08:36:27 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228313 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228361 miS]]> 2018-10-18 08:36:38 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228361 Simon Stevens chief executive of bus England, jessica https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228458 I think it's a terrible condition to suffer from and it can effect their confidence, but the NHS are able to provide good treatment]]> 2018-10-18 08:37:08 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228458 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228544 Darit Berhe (Nursery Nurse )
I think teachers at nursery schools , should be given some training to help them identified childrens at risk of dementia , so to take a first step to tackle the problem . and they can then share their experience with the parents. Therefore spread more awareness . ]]> 2018-10-18 08:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228544 Molly Maybury Dietician https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228561 I think it’s unfortunate that people with Alzheimer’s weren’t equipped with the knowledge on healthy lifestyle and nutrition choices earlier on. Increasing insulin sensitivity and increasing healthy fats in the diet are very important in reducing the risk. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:37:35 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228561 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228594 Q3. The brain needs the correct fuel to work well. Therefore, even though you try to live a stressfree life, if you don’t eat well you are increasing the risk of getting dementia in the future. Consuming too little of vegs, fruits, healthy fats, sugar free...stimulates the production of toxins in the body leading to inflammation in the brain. The root cause of the problem needs to be addressed. (Vanusa)
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As a person who assist children birth from their very first stages, I think that some treatments that can prevent dementia should be included from when babies are born. For example, by doing a scan test of birth characteristics on cognitive ability which can be linked to dementia risk. In fact low cognitive ability through lifetime is associated with cognitive decline and dementia]]> 2018-10-18 08:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294228749 Fatima - healthcare worker https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229019 It is important to try and understand how the person with dementia feels. As I see dementia patients, they often experience changes in their emotional and psychological responses. They may have less control over their feelings and how to express them. You need to be patient with them. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:39:16 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229019 Pensioner (Jenni-Maria Mustola) https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229175 I think young people need to stop spending so much time on social media and actually go outside to get social. I’m sure young people would be less stressed out if instagram?? would not exist. My granddaughter keeps taking pictures and then complaining about her eyebrows]]> 2018-10-18 08:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229175 (Jade De Souza) Philip Calder, President of The Nutrition Society https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229187 Dementia needs more research to have successful results and for that we need more funding, however more acknowledgment needs to go for a healthier lifestyle such as encouraging physical exercise and providing a campaign for dementia to create awareness]]> 2018-10-18 08:39:56 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229187 w1570188 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229193 Amy Stafford

Feel sorry for the individual and the families. Support needed for the family and education of what is going to happen, how to help etc]]> 2018-10-18 08:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229193 (Syeda Ali) - Secretary of state for education https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229251 Yes I do feel bad especially for children that suffer from early dementia since it isn't common. So i think it is important to campaign and raise awareness on this matter but also support charities and volunteers or people that deal with dementia in terms of befriending them encourage better quality of life and reduce stress. Furthermore better lifestyle choices in terms of diet and daily exercise. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:40:14 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229251 Nour Hussein (Orange Group) https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229274 I believe that the word “prevent” is sometimes misused. Dementia could affect a person with a healthy life style. In other words, Genetic predisposition sometimes overcomes all the other factors. So maybe these factors could delay it in some and prevent it in others but not everyone. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229274 jasia humaira - construction worker As a construction worker i have little knowledge on dementia but i now know that people with dementia can be affected by their environment and the surroundings around them. Therefore i think there should be considerations when it comes to those who are in the construction environment in their career. https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229349 2018-10-18 08:40:38 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229349 People with dementia are currently spending hundreds of thousands of pounds on their care. But the fact they are spending so much is not guaranteeing them good quality care.the gov needs to do more on funding to support the people https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229367 Adeye ]]> 2018-10-18 08:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229367 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229951 Amal Almutairi (Mental Health Nurse). Incorporate meditation practices from an early age starting from kindergarten age to work places. Yeah ]]> 2018-10-18 08:43:01 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294229951 Q.3 Roksana Rybak ~ Paris Hilton https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230000 We need to promote healthy lifestyle and as a public person I have this opportunity to show people how to live healthy. Also, living without stress is nearly impossible considering 21st century, therefore, we need to learn how to manage our stress. Everyone should find something what is relaxing and find time off (even from social media). Personally, I’m having time off social media (they are very stressful to me) I feel like it helps me a lot to manage my healthy and busy lifestyle.]]> 2018-10-18 08:43:09 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230000 w1585962 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230009 By diagnosing the early signs of dementia and providing patients with potential preventers to developing dementia would be helpful. Educating the public, families with older relatives as well as carers would be helpful as well/ increasing public awareness. It is important to make people aware and educate them on the role of diet and nutritional intervention in reducing the risk of dementia, especially here in Peru where the educational system is not as good as the UK. Potential ways of doing this is holding community meeetings and spreading the information by word of mouth.

Sonya Zemmiri- Nutrition worker in Peru ]]> 2018-10-18 08:43:10 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230009 Rachel Akuffo (Prince Harry) https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230178 I think education also play a huge part. We should educate people on the prevention of dementia and encourage more mentally stimulating activities expecially among the older generations.]]> 2018-10-18 08:43:53 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230178 Diana Di Palma ( diabetic type 2 ) Q1: https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230530 As a diabetic type 2 I'm aware that diabetes can increase the risk of developing dementia, so I' m scared to increase that risk. Therefore, I neer to improve my health, especially focus on losing weight to reach a health BMI, eating better and becoming more active. These are important steps to achieve a body health, avoiding medicine and especially health risk,such as dementia. I have to became self-confident to fight my health problems.]]> 2018-10-18 08:45:18 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230530 Rima Alfaour - question 3 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230736 Top down approach, government policy to improve and make more accessible green / outdoor spaces as being outdoor and in nature has been shown to reduce stress. Also, Community centers for elderly who need social support. ]]> 2018-10-18 08:46:01 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230736 w1597902 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230937 Elevating the GP doctors ability to diagnose the early cases of dimentia would help to control the cases from reaching the sever levels of the diseases as well as educating those ones who are at high risk of the disease to adopt a preventable life style]]> 2018-10-18 08:46:42 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294230937 Jeff bezos (Raquel) sites like Amazon help to aliviate some stress from people's daily lives, but current lifestyle causes a lot of stress. https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294231924 2018-10-18 08:49:50 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294231924 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294231982 Maggie We need to educate people about dementia so that the stigma surrounding this debilitating disease is remove. More people especially older people might come forward earlier so that symptoms can managed earlier]]> 2018-10-18 08:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294231982 I think dementure needs more funding in order to educate so they can prevent dementia with lifestyle changes https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294234357 2018-10-18 08:59:40 UTC https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294234357 https://padlet.com/w1550348/wz0xjtu2jc15/wish/294238159 Stress is a huge epidemic in today’s population as a royal I have seen it first hand and there are stress triggers in everyone’s daily lives. I believe education is the solution to most global issues, and I’m sure many individuals are unaware of the causes and progression of dementia. The government also needs to step in and divert their focus to mental health illnesses which is a growing concern, more funding around the primary care should be considered.

In addition self care awareness should be promoted, individuals should take an active stance on their health to prevent the onset. Studies on the Mediterranean diet have shown positive results, plus eating the right foods can affect your mood massively. There are certain types of foods that mimic the effects of antidepressants such as dark chocolate, it boosts Serotonin in the brain reducing stress levels. Other mood enhancers include bananas which have dopamine, purple berries and turmeric. In addition to foods, engaging in regular exercise is very important, during exercise the body releases endorphins the word itself is derived from endogenous morphine, meaning morphine produced internally by the body. Morphine itself is used for intense pain for palliative patients to reduce stress and pain alternatively making the patient feel good. Likewise exercise is an amazing stress reducer!

These factors and many others can help to prevent Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

- Sana (Kate Middleton)

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