Hello fellow classmates this is your last chance to view my blog. I hope that you will find my final blog to be as informative as those before. There are ways that one can prevent themselves from vascular dementia. The best way to prevent vascular dementia is to lower the risk of a stroke. Studies have shown that the rate of prevalence for vascular dementia is 9 times higher following a stroke than the rate of prevalence in control group. There are ways you can reduce your risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and vascular dementia.
Make a commitment to a healthier lifestyle
Stop smoking, exercise regularly, and eating a healthy diet (limiting your intake of alcohol, salt and saturated fat) is a great way to reduce your risk of heart disease and many other diseases. Stress is a major contributor to high blood pressure and heart disease, therefore, it is helpful to learn how to manage your stress through relaxation techinques or meditation. Try to get your blood pressure checked at least once a year, aas well as your body fat levels measured periodically, especially if you are 65 or have a history of heart disease.
Ask your physicians about medications
Medications can control high blood pressure and heart disease. Blood thinners, for example, are commonly used to correct an irregular heart beat. Inmore advanced cases of arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, surgery may be necessary to restore the blood flow to the brain.
Education, lifestyle changes, and adequate medical advice are the best safeguards. Know the warning signs and start making the necessary life adjustments. The most important thing is to begin! Seek support and encouragement from friends, family, support groups, and health care experts. And remember that even if you have already been diagnosed with vascular dementia, it is not too late to do anything about it.
How can I help someone with vascular dementia?
Individuals with vascular dementia or any other type of dementia should be encouraged to participate in their daily routine, and engage in physical and social activities for as long as possible. Fortunately, there are support groups for caregivers, research studies evaluating medication for improving mental function, and Day Centers that provide activities activities and socialization for patients. Remeber the mind is a terrible thing to waste, so let's involve with those who suffer from this disease. It has been educational to research and learn about the different types of personalities that one encounter in late adulthood. I hope that my blogs has reached someone who may have a family memeber or a close friend that suffer from this disease. The information that I leave with you remember the stages that I informed you with. I have to leave now, so I would like to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!
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My grandfather suffered from dementia before he died. He was a doctor and led a very healthy life. I have to wonder though if he saw it coming or took any steps to prevent it. I was about 14 years old when he died, so I don't remember whether he the issue was discussed before he had full blown dementia. Now, my grandmother (his wife) has had a stroke. I am pretty sure that she didn't take many steps to prevent it, just judging by her stubborn personality. It is sad to me that these things can happen to people and that they don't try to or aren't aware of how to prevent it. I guess I can't talk though, because I don't lead the healthiest lifestyle either and tend to have the perception that it won't happen to me. This is probably a common mindset.
Great job! Thank you for this information. I am currently working on a research project that focuses on cognitive function among senior citizens and this information is extremely helpful. I agree that some chronic illnesses are largely preventable and we must work harder at spending fewer dollars on interventions. It was a pleasure to read your blog and I wish you and your family good health. Happy holidays and best wishes in your future endeavors in the profession.
I think that to some degree we are all guilty of "putting off tomorrow what we can, and need, to do today." Exercising, eating healthy and all of the above sound good and it is good. It takes alot of discipline and, unfortunately, I have not committed to it. The fact that I can not lose weight as easily as in the past should be encouragement enough. Thanks for the infor on dementia. It was helpful.
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