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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Finding Connection and Confidence After Brain Injury

Hearing shared lived experiences, accessing peer support, and providing caregiver support reduce isolation and improve confidence and well-being after brain injury.
Parenting
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Understanding Separation Anxiety in Children: Symptoms, Causes, and Ways to Decrease Anxiety - Social Media Explorer

Separation anxiety is a common emotional reaction in children, disrupting their normal functioning when excessive.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Rhode Island stroke survivor relearns to speak practicing his Dunkin' order

A stroke survivor regained speech ability by practicing his daily Dunkin' coffee order with his wife, demonstrating how personalized, meaningful routines can facilitate language recovery.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

6 Ways to Hold Things Together When Your Spouse Is Depressed

When a partner is depressed, prioritize your wellbeing, set limits, apply selective, practical support, and enlist outside help to maintain structure and reduce overwhelm.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Dear Abby: The mom attacks anyone who objects to her kids' bad behavior

Stop inviting family members whose children consistently behave disrespectfully and whose parent refuses to correct them to protect others and preserve family harmony.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Policy relief for family caregivers seems stalled out. But there are signs of change

Kim, a Democrat from New Jersey, told the story of his father's diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease just a few weeks prior. After the appointment, Kim said he sat in his car in shock, replaying the words of the doctor who warned him that his next year was going to be hell. Kim said the costs of care have already been "catastrophic" for his family.
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Music
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Music Therapy: Caring for the Caregiver

Music therapy in hospitals addresses patients', caregivers', and staff's physical and emotional needs when facilitated by board-certified music therapists.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Wellbeing support for terminally-ill islanders

There was a recognised need for a sort of support service for people who have a life-limiting or long-term illness to give them support... advice and really create a safe environment for them to be involved in.
Wellness
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

The Quiet Strength of Dementia Care Partners

Family caregivers of people with dementia face substantial emotional, physical, and practical burdens and require support, respite, and self-care to sustain caregiving.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

L.A. County gets a new tool to find and save vulnerable people with cognitive disabilities

A county program provides free wearable tracking devices and safety training to locate and protect people with cognitive disabilities who are at risk of wandering.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago

Grieving Someone Who's Still Here

Anticipatory grief causes real emotional and physical symptoms in caregivers of dying or cognitively declining loved ones and requires acknowledgment, shared care, and emotional support.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
8 months ago

Supporting Kids with PANDAS and Autoimmune Encephalitis

Children with PANDAS/PANS/autoimmune encephalitis face unpredictable neurological and behavioral symptoms, displaying courage while often being misunderstood, isolated, and lacking uniform treatment.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Asking Eric: My in-laws say I turn them away, but they don't get what's going on in our lives

Set compassionate, realistic visitation limits, communicate dementia-related needs, offer alternative ways for family to connect, and protect caregiver wellbeing.
Arts
fromColossal
8 months ago

In Milwaukee, Four Artists Unravel Trauma to Move Toward Collective Wellness

Art examines concealed trauma and connects personal health to collective wellness, addressing addiction, incarceration, immigration, and caregiver support through varied media.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Dear Abby: She expects my sympathy about her drunk husband

Caregivers enabling an alcoholic relative should seek addiction-inclusive medical care and join support programs like SMART Recovery to regain control and self-care.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

The Hidden Challenge of Dementia Relationship Dissonance

Emotional misalignment in dementia care is common but rarely acknowledged.
Relationship dissonance causes silent grief for dementia caregivers.
Naming dissonance helps caregivers grieve and reconnect.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
11 months ago

How to Plan for a Mental Health Crisis

Create a crisis plan during calm times to increase cooperation and reduce confusion later.
Honor your loved one's wishes and work with them to agree on crisis signs and actions.
Understand crisis resources and treatment options to act confidently if a crisis arises.
fromPsychology Today
1 year ago

Tips for Families Dealing With Chronic Illness in Children

Chronic illness affects 1 out of 4 children and impacts not only the child but the entire family.
Parenting
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 year ago

New Mexico's plan to allow more seniors to remain in their homes

New Mexico's plan aims to support seniors aging in place and their caregivers by addressing food security, housing, healthcare access, and elder abuse.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 year ago

Colin Farrell explains 'tricky' decision to put son James, 21, with Angelman syndrome in long-term care facility

Colin Farrell discusses the difficult decision to place his son James into long-term care for his well-being.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 year ago

Long-term care must be expanded to support aging in place

Significant improvements in LTSS infrastructure are essential for older adults to maintain independence as they age.
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