Dementia Demystified by Tim England.
Begin your journey to De-mystify and De-stigmatise dementia in your community and become a fellow advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well.
Dementia Demystified is hosted and created by Tim England who is a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia. Being a dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia Tim advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well.
Dementia is an insidious condition and it tenacles infiltrate all levels of societies, and dementia is a challenging topic to discuss. Fear and stigma are associated with dementia and many actively avoid the subject. There is a great deal of misunderstanding, misinformation and many outdated myths linked to dementia.
This podcast series aims to change this by being an information bridge between the scientific community and the public regarding dementia related topics. Being short in length, each episode targets a single dementia element while using simple non-complicated terms and language.
If you have a loved one living with dementia. If you want to smash the myths and miss information about dementia. If you desire to help people living with dementia and their families to live well. Then these podcasts are for you.
Episodes
67 episodes
Why Family Dementia Caregivers Decline Help.
It’s true that many family members who care for loved ones living with dementia often face immense challenges which can be emotional, physical, and financial. However, despite the offers of help and the availability of support services, many ca...
Community Fear of Dementia and how to fix it.
Here are two questions for you. “Is Dementia a recognised disability?” and “Why do people still fear and openly avoid other people who have dementia”?Well, the first answer is easy… Yes, dementia is classified as a disability in Australi...
The impact of Co-morbidities and Polypharmacy in Dementia.
Rarely is dementia alone… As most cases of dementia occur in those over 65years of age, many people living with dementia also have one of more additional chronic health conditions. Therefore, your loved one with dementia could also ...
Neuroplasticity and Dementia.
What Is Neuroplasticity? Neuroplasticity, which is also known as brain plasticity, is the process by which your brain changes in response to learning, experiences, or injury. This can involve strengthening existing pathways, forming...
Protective Role of Cognitive Reserve in Dementia.
It’s very interesting that some people appear to age with their minds intact while others experience a dramatic slowdown as they age. The brain appears to have a very powerful force within it and has a lot of redundancy built-in – this is known...
Media Reporting and Dementia.
The way in which the media reports on dementia is crucial. Both globally and within Australia the media can help shape the public’s perception of dementia. The media does guide community attitudes; it can influence government policy and impact ...
Lack of Insight and Dementia.
If you have a loved one living with dementia you have probably experienced a lack of insight by your loved one. The lack of insight in dementia is very common and refers to the inability of your loved ones to recognise their cognitive impairmen...
The quality of online Health Information and Dementia.
Where do you get your dementia information? Google, Facebook, or social media? Internet articles often use eye-catching and often misleading headlines to grab your attention. This is called clickbait and this phenomenon also infiltrates s...
Theory of Mind and Dementia.
You probably never heard the phrase ‘Theory of Mind’, but Theory of mind is a foundational skill for navigating social situations.You have it, people around you have it, and your loved one with dementia also has it, but unfortunately the...
Dementia Age Groups.
Dementia can develop anytime across your lifespan. Yes, that’s correct. While it is true that dementia is more common in older adults, and that ageing is the major risk factor of developing dementia, dementia is not a normal part of...
Reconsidering Parkinson's Disease as a Dementia.
Traditionally Parkinson's disease has been primarily considered as a movement disorder, with hallmark symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and a slowness in movement, (called bradykinesia). However, in recent years, especially after...
Sundowning and Restlessness with Dementia.
It is common for your loved one with dementia to become restless in the late afternoon or early evening. This is sometimes called “sundowning”. Other names are “restlessness” and /or “Brain Fatigue ” Regardless of which ...
Why doctors may not discuss dementia with Clients.
Early discussion and diagnosis can help individuals and their families plan, access support, and make informed decisions both medical and non-medical. However, it's not uncommon for doctors to hesitate or avoid discussing dementia with their cl...
The Role of Exercise Physiologists in Dementia Care.
While dementia is primarily neurological, evidence increasingly shows that physical activity can play a pivotal role in managing symptoms and improving quality of life for your loved one with dementia. This is where exercise physiologists come ...
The Role of Speech Therapy in Dementia Care.
Speech Therapy and Speech Therapists, or Speech Pathologists as they are sometimes known as, enhance communication and Quality of Life of your loved one with dementia.Speech Therapists play a vital function in supporting your loved one w...
The Role of Physiotherapy in Dementia Care.
Continuing our discussions of the role of Ologists and specialists in Dementia Care, let’s look at physiotherapy and physiotherapists. Physiotherapy is a healthcare discipline that focuses on enhancing physical function and mo...
Occupational Therapists and their role in dementia Care.
Occupational therapists, or OT’s as they are known are a group of expert "ologists" and specialises that play a vital role in ensuring comprehensive care and support for your loved one with dementia. But what are Occupational therapists. Listen...
The Role of Ologists in Dementia Care.
Dementia is a complex condition that impairs a person’s memory, their cognition, and their daily functioning. To help address these many challenges, the expertise of "ologists" plays a vital role in ensuring comprehensive care and support for y...
Understanding Lewy Body Dementia’s
Today this is a quick review to understand what are Lewy Body Dementia’s.In Australia a lesser-known form dementia is called Lewy Body Dementia’s. Lewy Body Dementia’s is the 4th most common form of dementia in Australia.Lewy Body...
Understanding Frontotemporal Dementias.
Today this is a quick review to understand what Frontotemporal Dementias are .In Australia a lesser-known form of dementia is called Frontotemporal Dementia’s.Frontotemporal Dementia’s is the 3rd most common form of dementia in Australia...
Understanding Vascular Dementia.
Today this is a quick review to understand what is Vascular Dementia.Vascular Dementia is very different to Alzheimer's disease. Vascular Dementia is the 2nd most common form of dementia in Australia and Vascular dementia is responsible ...
Understanding Alzheimer's disease.
Today this is a quick review to understand what is Alzheimer's disease.The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's Disease is responsible for between 60 – 70% of all dementia cases, but that percentage can va...
What are some barriers to Therapy in Dementia Care.
It is well understood from research that therapies, such as Occupational Therapy, music and physical therapy, is a critical component of dementia care. Targeted therapy can improve the quality of life for your loved one with dementia and help m...
5 Reasons Why Early Dementia Diagnosis Is Crucial.
Dementia is a topic that most people wish to avoid. Dementia is one of the most deeply feared medical diagnoses in modern society. This fear is not unfounded: dementia undermines the very essence of what it means to be you, eroding one’s memory...
Are you and your Community Prepared for Dementia???
This question is not whether preparation is possible, but rather are you and your community willing to take the steps necessary to achieve it. In this episode we are going to discuss is just that. What is needed to be prepared for d...