This reminds me so much of the book Still Alice by Lisa Genova-a 50-55 year old well-respected professional working in Boston with young onset Alzheimer’s! So important to hear these voices, thank you Laurie!
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That was so generous of Laurie. It helps so much. I know a lot of people who think illness is some kind of lifestyle choice I'd love to play them this video. I fell ill young & I want to say "Yesterday I was you. Tomorrow you could be me" People don't want to think this can really happen to someone who hasn't done anything to deserve it. Fear causes prejudice that brings out these cruel comments. It can happen to this professional, capable lady with everything going for her. I admire & respect her so much for sharing, she has to be so strong in spirit. Teepa draws this out so well, I recommend her videos to everyone I can, thank you both
Hi, @Kaye Kaye, I wasn't sure if you were saying that you a person living with dementia or just thanking Lori for her story, but if you would like to know more or connect with others living with brain change, please check out our Core team pages on our websitet (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/) or reach out to us 1-877-877-1671 to learn more.
I have just been diagnosed with dementia and I am so scared, my mom had it and I took care of her,I try to be positive about but not and being scared.thank you .
Hello, @Dawn Baker, I'm sorry that you are scared. Please know that you are not alone. Our team would love to be able to assist you. Please take a moment to visit this section of our website (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/) or give us a call 1-877-877-1671 to get connected.
You are an amazing woman, Laurie. I'm on a breast cancer journey. I have friends and family that surprisingly have abandoned me during this time. I've chalked it up to THEIR inability to deal with it, but it's still very disappointing and hurtful. I have an 89 year old woman I caretake for with dementia. She has no clue and cannot even fathom that she has it. I humor her and help her as best I can. We're all on a journey in life, and I so wish you the very best on yours!
Hi, @kimberlyasborno1250, We will be sure to let Laurie know your thoughts. I'm sorry that your have be hurt by folks abandoning you. That is very hard. I hope that you find some others to help. We wish you the very best on your journey as well!
Thanks for encouraging Laurie, she is one of our incredible PAC Core Team members: teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/pac-core-team/ Also, she graces many of our events and our Champion Courses if you ever want to connect with her live: teepasnow.com/services/on-site-training__trashed/one-day-public-skills-champion-course/
Awesome conversation ya'll! I think the hardest part for me is when someone flat out doesn't believe me, especially when it's from a friend. sigh Btw, lovely accent Laurie!
How u were diagnosed? Wondering how u r doing? Also did you get hormones tested thyroid? Bc i know issues with that can have similar symptoms. Hope u r doing better. Hugs❤
Thanks and hugs to you both. Laurie, I can only imagine how fearful this journey is for incredible people like you and my Mother. Thanks for showing me how I need to face this. Right now it's daunting because I can't even get my mom to go with me to a memory specialist.
@Chris, this journey is different for all, but thank you for choosing to partner in this care with your mom, rather than forcing care! Please reach out to our team for a free 30 min consult to try some steps that could help you reach your goal: teepasnow.com/services/consulting/
@@teepasnowvideos I need your help and great advice. My mother was diagnosed with dementia and the biggest problem for her and everyone who cares for her is vodka and she has Tinnitus so everything has been horrible for me I am her youngest daughter and I have so many questions to try to help her. I know I have early onset. It’s been getting worse for me to try to care for mom and feeling like I am worse than my mother. I have smoked since I was younger I also Have COPD I HAVE NUMB EXTREMITIES FROM NOT GETTING ENOUGH OXYGEN! I babble like an idiot because I can’t remember words that just disappear from my brain I feel stupid a lot because I lose words so I describe around the word’s I am trying to use? I can’t help my mom when I can’t remember what I am trying to say the right way to her to help her in her world!
Thank you for sharing the conversation. My mother has dementia and refuses to talk, go to doctor, etc. I would love to talk and help her, making the time she has less traumatic.
Please feel free to contact us via the website if you would like to speak with someone about having this conversation. It might helpful to give it a practice run and we have some folks who can help you figure it out.
We had the geriatrician and social worker come to the house. They’d come and check Mom’s blood pressure, and talk to her about other health issues, etc. It helped with getting her slowly but eventually assessed. HTH
What a great video! I’m so fearful of dementia and Parkinson’s because of my paternal grandmother(dementia) and my maternal grandfather(Parkinson’s). Teepa, you’re GREAT! Im a caregiver and have been all my life. I started learning about you at my new job in training! 😂Both g-parents are dead and I just want you to know that your approach and teaching style are phenomenal! Thank you!! ❤ I would love to meet you. Laurie is so BRAVE!
Hi, @Eva! So glad that you have been using our materials in your training at your new job. I'm wondering if you might want to talk to someone about your fears. We have a team of consultants available if you do (consult@teepasnow.com or 1-877-877-1671). If you would like to meet Teepa, check out her upcoming events: shop.teepasnow.com/events/category/teepa-talks/ or think about attending our conference in November.
So grateful my friend discovered Teepa and all this info. Scary however when you have to have a courageous conversation with yourself because you don't have a family to support you or to notice the changes.
This was a wonderful interview. Laurie is a warrior goddess leading in thoughtfilled education as are you Teepa. I witness the reality and rejection that you talked about that must have been deeply painful. On the other hand you talk of great joy, love and support. You are truly a beacon of hope. Thank you so much Teepa for bringing this interview forward. I'm sure it will be life changing for many. Blessings and loving hugs, MaryAiñe💜 from Calif.
Hi, @Anthony Turner, yes it can be difficult for family members to really understand, but thanks for watching and letting Laurie know that you would do things differently. Thanks for sharing your concern.
My cousin is in the “hiding it” phase of LBD. She won’t even admit she has it (because of the “D” word). She insists she just has early stage Parkinson’s. But she has every LBD symptom: sleep disorders, hallucinations, sever anxiety, paranoia, gait/equilibrium problems, etc. She had a very bad reaction to a Parkinson’s med.
Hi, @Tootsla 125! It sounds like you are dealing with some difficult issues right now. If you would like to talk with someone about how you might talk with your cousin, please contact us for a free 30-minute consult (consult@teepasnow.com) or give us a call 1-877-877-1671.
Thank you, Sefa. It is so important for people to be able to share their stories and help people understand instead of making assumptions :) If you haven't already, we'd love for you to like, subscribe, and share videos like this with others!
Laurie I hope you find a way to stall this disease please keep posting and maybe soon we can get some answers or a stalling mechanism ( for lack of better words )
My husband has some kind of dementia. Hasn’t been diagnosed. He is a very intelligent man and he was able to hide it for a good long time. He started having trouble with going places.He is able to pass the mini office test . Doctors need to listen to the family they are with them every day.
Hi, @Jane Dodson, I'm sorry to hear that you and your husband have been having trouble with doctors. If you'd like to talk through some ways to have these conversations or other issues, please contact us for a free 30-minute consult 1-877-877-1671 or consult@teepasnow.com.
Wow- just what I needed to hear Laurie! I am trying to understand a 65 yr old man' memory issues stemming from Multiple Myeloma. P.S. my daughter Laurie is also a healer....thanks for speaking out!
I wonder if it's possible that the people who called you a liar were simply going through a very selfish phase of grief: denial: that you, who are truly alive are going through a very long slow death. For now you breath, try to love...even those who cannot love in return. Still your choice to close the door to those who don't accept you for who you are is totally valid. Love while we can, for there will be a day ...God bless you all for this video.
I have felt so anxious and fearful of the symptoms I was noticing in my everyday life@. Thank you for sharing this conversation, it has eased my mind. To know that I can work with the errors of my mind and remain functioning at a high level for years to come. Thank you so much
Hi, @Helyn Smih-Wilhelmi, we are so glad that you found some comfort from this conversation. Please know that if you ever want to talk through questions, please reach out to us 1-877-877-1671 or consult@teepasnow.com
Hi, @bell10877, you are very welcome. We have a more conversations here on our channel playlist (ruclips.net/p/PLVl8vTLjje8HeEop8IPV3zvU9xSlHA7y4) or you can see more stories on our website (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/pac-core-team/)
My father has Lewy body dementia, he's been diagnosed for almost a year now. Medication has helped but he believes he has now cured himself. He is 85 and just refuses to discuss this with the family. I do get where he is coming from, but it's stopping us from giving him the support he really needs.
Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry this is so hard. I know you all are trying to help! Let us know if you'd like to chat with someone or get some more resources about Lewy Body. You can reach us via our website.
@Diane Secchiaroli , Its Paula. I am glad that you found the Courageous Conversations to be insightful. Please check out our website at teepasnow.com we have a lot of resources for anyone who needs help or questions. Have a great day.
Well I can understand people's doubts as she sounds fine and spoke fluently and she wasn't stressed only annoyed at her sister and friends. She certainly looks like she can still work in a physical capacity doing dishes sweeping floors. I would hamnhve thought finding out would cause extreme stress and agitation l
Hey Diana, what an insightful comment. You are so right :) This is Dan from Teepa's team and I really enjoyed reading this. So many people can only think of people living with dementia at the late stages, but there is so much living (and talking) left to be done. When we focus on what is possible and help people find situations for success, the interactions will be so much more positive for everyone. If you haven't already, we'd love for you to like, subscribe, and share things like this with others :)
I went to a neurologist and psychologist to be evaluated. Brain scan showed ischemic changes and I think it was white matter problems. Psychologist tested iq and said I had lost 21 points but I was fine because I was still in the “normal” range!! That was in 2017. He told me to come back later and be tested again! I never went back because it seemed so nonsensical to me. I am worse but prob not way worse. Idk. That’s why to hear your guest speak so coherently and intelligently was a relief because it speaks to my experience. I’m very aware of where my probs are. I know that when severmedal thoughts enter my brain at one time my mind freezes up or I panic. I know when I am put on a new Med there can be cognitive impacts and I need to call doc to get me off of it. It’s also a relief to kind of know what level I’m at. I believe myself to be a diamond with occasional forays into emerald territory so it is less scary than I was thinking. I’m losing ground (forgetful, clumsy, loose things, panic stuff, lack of trust, confusion) but not that fast. I’m 80. Anyway, thanks. My family is upset by the changes in me and are scared🤷🏽♀️
Hi, @Carol Wheeler, thanks for sharing! It sounds like you have a good handle on yourself and what you want. I'm wondering since your family is upset and scared if you might want to connect with our team at Positive Approach to Care. We can help them learn more (and you if you wish) and find ways to help you all communicate with each other. Please contact our consulting team (consult@teepasnow.com or 1-877-877-1671) to set up a free 30 minute session. Good Luck!
Interesting conversation. I have to wonder about the connection between cancer therapy and the occurrence of dementia. This woman underwent cancer treatment and four years later she’s diagnosed with dementia. My LO had breast cancer and two years later was diagnosed with FTD (PPA). Makes me wonder????
Hi my name is Trudy Contos, and Harry is my brother. I was diagnosed in 2019 with BC, and after treatment I became so foggy, and cant even think of a word as long term, primary, lost just real easy words ...
It's been a year and still a huge fog, and no energy ( hypothyroidism Hoshimotos ) this disease and autoimmune does cz cognitive issues... I commend you for being so strong to face this horrific disease and want to put this in public's view so we can get more research
Hi Laurie, this is Dan from Teepa's team. I don't know of any direct correlation between cancer treatment and the onset of dementia, but I also don't know that it can be ruled out. Treatment for cancer can put a person's body under a lot of stress, and while it may not cause a dementia per se, it may accelerate something pre-existing. This sounds like a great question for Teepa. I'll pass it along to her, but if you would want to join us for our free, monthly Ask Teepa Anything, you could even ask her yourself :) Check out our website teepasnow.com to see when the next one is and register. Hope to see you there!
Hi Trudy, this is Dan from Teepa's team. I'm sorry to hear about the fog you've been feeling and the difficulty finding words. That has to be so frustrating. If you're at all interested, we offer a free 30-minute consult that would allow you to talk to someone, feel free to reach out to consult@teepasnow.com. If you are interested in learning more about Teepa and her message, please subscribe to this channel and check out her website, teepasnow.com.
Hi, @Mayr Colabella. Wow, I'm sorry that supper is a bit frustrating for you and your husband. I'm wondering if you might want to set up a free 30-minute consult with one of our team members to talk through some ideas about mealtime. Please email consult@teepasnow.com or call 1-877-877-1671. In the meantime, this video might be of interest: ruclips.net/video/j7f9a8hs0jY/видео.html
My brother has recently been diagnosed with self caused dementia due to fear mental health etc.... is this right is there a way I can figure out what is really going on ...I am traveling hours staying in hotels and trying to make sure he is cared for, yet he hid the physical illnesses he was facing and would not let us know or leave the house ...it took a wellness check to get us to this point :(
@joyfull, it sounds like this has been a closed door for a very long time, and yet you are still trying! Kudos! You could definitely bring it to Teepa and the PAC Team with Dementia Problem Solving dps@teepasnow.com OR reach out to us to get started with a free 30 minute consultation: teepasnow.com/services/consulting/phone-consultations/
This reminds me so much of the book Still Alice by Lisa Genova-a 50-55 year old well-respected professional working in Boston with young onset Alzheimer’s! So important to hear these voices, thank you Laurie!
Nice noticing, @Anna D.! Thanks for commenting and it seems like you are interested in helping to spread the word, please like, share, and consider subscribing to our RUclips Channel (ruclips.net/channel/UCSXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) or join our Facebook community (facebook.com/teepasnows.pac).
That was so generous of Laurie. It helps so much. I know a lot of people who think illness is some kind of lifestyle choice I'd love to play them this video. I fell ill young & I want to say
"Yesterday I was you.
Tomorrow you could be me"
People don't want to think this can really happen to someone who hasn't done anything to deserve it. Fear causes prejudice that brings out these cruel comments. It can happen to this professional, capable lady with everything going for her. I admire & respect her so much for sharing, she has to be so strong in spirit. Teepa draws this out so well, I recommend her videos to everyone I can, thank you both
I have dementia and I am still here- Thankyou Lori.
Hi, @Kaye Kaye, I wasn't sure if you were saying that you a person living with dementia or just thanking Lori for her story, but if you would like to know more or connect with others living with brain change, please check out our Core team pages on our websitet (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/) or reach out to us 1-877-877-1671 to learn more.
I will do that. Thankyou!
I pray that the sisters and the friends who dont understand the truth of this will listen to this and apologise. I admire your grace. Best wishes .
I have just been diagnosed with dementia and I am so scared, my mom had it and I took care of her,I try to be positive about but not and being scared.thank you .
Hello, @Dawn Baker, I'm sorry that you are scared. Please know that you are not alone. Our team would love to be able to assist you. Please take a moment to visit this section of our website (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/) or give us a call 1-877-877-1671 to get connected.
You are an amazing woman, Laurie.
I'm on a breast cancer journey. I have friends and family that surprisingly have abandoned me during this time. I've chalked it up to THEIR inability to deal with it, but it's still very disappointing and hurtful.
I have an 89 year old woman I caretake for with dementia. She has no clue and cannot even fathom that she has it. I humor her and help her as best I can.
We're all on a journey in life, and I so wish you the very best on yours!
Hi, @kimberlyasborno1250, We will be sure to let Laurie know your thoughts. I'm sorry that your have be hurt by folks abandoning you. That is very hard. I hope that you find some others to help. We wish you the very best on your journey as well!
Incredible. Loved your dignity and integrity Laurie xxx
Thanks for encouraging Laurie, she is one of our incredible PAC Core Team members: teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/pac-core-team/
Also, she graces many of our events and our Champion Courses if you ever want to connect with her live: teepasnow.com/services/on-site-training__trashed/one-day-public-skills-champion-course/
WOW!!!!
Young Onset Dementia always makes me want to cry and ask why. Good interview. Thank you for sharing and always educating.
Awesome conversation ya'll! I think the hardest part for me is when someone flat out doesn't believe me, especially when it's from a friend. sigh Btw, lovely accent Laurie!
How u were diagnosed? Wondering how u r doing? Also did you get hormones tested thyroid? Bc i know issues with that can have similar symptoms. Hope u r doing better. Hugs❤
An inspirational lady! Actually two inspirational ladies! 🙂 Thank you
Thanks and hugs to you both. Laurie, I can only imagine how fearful this journey is for incredible people like you and my Mother. Thanks for showing me how I need to face this. Right now it's daunting because I can't even get my mom to go with me to a memory specialist.
@Chris, this journey is different for all, but thank you for choosing to partner in this care with your mom, rather than forcing care!
Please reach out to our team for a free 30 min consult to try some steps that could help you reach your goal: teepasnow.com/services/consulting/
Thank you. My 59 yr old husband was just diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s.
You're welcome. Feel free to connect with us if you wanna chat.
@@teepasnowvideos I need your help and great advice. My mother was diagnosed with dementia and the biggest problem for her and everyone who cares for her is vodka and she has Tinnitus so everything has been horrible for me I am her youngest daughter and I have so many questions to try to help her. I know I have early onset. It’s been getting worse for me to try to care for mom and feeling like I am worse than my mother. I have smoked since I was younger I also Have COPD I HAVE NUMB EXTREMITIES FROM NOT GETTING ENOUGH OXYGEN!
I babble like an idiot because I can’t remember words that just disappear from my brain I feel stupid a lot because I lose words so I describe around the word’s I am trying to use?
I can’t help my mom when I can’t remember what I am trying to say the right way to her to help her in her world!
Thank you for sharing the conversation. My mother has dementia and refuses to talk, go to doctor, etc. I would love to talk and help her, making the time she has less traumatic.
Please feel free to contact us via the website if you would like to speak with someone about having this conversation. It might helpful to give it a practice run and we have some folks who can help you figure it out.
We had the geriatrician and social worker come to the house. They’d come and check Mom’s blood pressure, and talk to her about other health issues, etc. It helped with getting her slowly but eventually assessed. HTH
Thank You Laurie. A dignified, honest, adult conversation, l have so much respect for you.
Laurie you are an inspiration, I had no idea this could be a thing. Teepa you are amazing with the work you do. Thank you both.
Couldn't agree with you more, @karinl9377 about Laurie being an inspiration. Thanks for watching and commenting too!
What a great video! I’m so fearful of dementia and Parkinson’s because of my paternal grandmother(dementia) and my maternal grandfather(Parkinson’s). Teepa, you’re GREAT! Im a caregiver and have been all my life. I started learning about you at my new job in training! 😂Both g-parents are dead and I just want you to know that your approach and teaching style are phenomenal! Thank you!! ❤ I would love to meet you. Laurie is so BRAVE!
Hi, @Eva! So glad that you have been using our materials in your training at your new job. I'm wondering if you might want to talk to someone about your fears. We have a team of consultants available if you do (consult@teepasnow.com or 1-877-877-1671). If you would like to meet Teepa, check out her upcoming events: shop.teepasnow.com/events/category/teepa-talks/ or think about attending our conference in November.
Fantastic interview. Such maturity and grace under pressure.
So grateful my friend discovered Teepa and all this info. Scary however when you have to have a courageous conversation with yourself because you don't have a family to support you or to notice the changes.
Hi, @Eloise Marie, thanks for commenting.
So proud of you Laurie 👍🎉🌅 - Trish Springfield
This was a wonderful interview. Laurie is a warrior goddess leading in thoughtfilled education as are you Teepa.
I witness the reality and rejection that you talked about that must have been deeply painful. On the other hand you talk of great joy, love and support. You are truly a beacon of hope.
Thank you so much Teepa for bringing this interview forward. I'm sure it will be life changing for many.
Blessings and loving hugs,
MaryAiñe💜 from Calif.
What an incredible woman and story ❤️
Couldn't agree with you more, @Andrea Carr!
So just when this lady needed love and care her sibling calls her a liar, wonderful.
Hi, @Anthony Turner, yes it can be difficult for family members to really understand, but thanks for watching and letting Laurie know that you would do things differently. Thanks for sharing your concern.
My cousin is in the “hiding it” phase of LBD. She won’t even admit she has it (because of the “D” word). She insists she just has early stage Parkinson’s. But she has every LBD symptom: sleep disorders, hallucinations, sever anxiety, paranoia, gait/equilibrium problems, etc. She had a very bad reaction to a Parkinson’s med.
Hi, @Tootsla 125! It sounds like you are dealing with some difficult issues right now. If you would like to talk with someone about how you might talk with your cousin, please contact us for a free 30-minute consult (consult@teepasnow.com) or give us a call 1-877-877-1671.
insightful, thanks for everything Laurie !!
Thank you, Sefa. It is so important for people to be able to share their stories and help people understand instead of making assumptions :) If you haven't already, we'd love for you to like, subscribe, and share videos like this with others!
Laurie I hope you find a way to stall this disease please keep posting and maybe soon we can get some answers or a stalling mechanism ( for lack of better words )
My husband has some kind of dementia. Hasn’t been diagnosed. He is a very intelligent man and he was able to hide it for a good long time. He started having trouble with going places.He is able to pass the mini office test . Doctors need to listen to the family they are with them every day.
Hi, @Jane Dodson, I'm sorry to hear that you and your husband have been having trouble with doctors. If you'd like to talk through some ways to have these conversations or other issues, please contact us for a free 30-minute consult 1-877-877-1671 or consult@teepasnow.com.
Developing curiosity. That’s so true. Let’s all do it! ❤️🥰
Wow- just what I needed to hear Laurie! I am trying to understand a 65 yr old man' memory issues stemming from Multiple Myeloma. P.S. my daughter Laurie is also a healer....thanks for speaking out!
I wonder if it's possible that the people who called you a liar were simply going through a very selfish phase of grief: denial: that you, who are truly alive are going through a very long slow death. For now you breath, try to love...even those who cannot love in return. Still your choice to close the door to those who don't accept you for who you are is totally valid. Love while we can, for there will be a day ...God bless you all for this video.
Thanks for sharing your opinion, @Jill Ebeling!
I have felt so anxious and fearful of the symptoms I was noticing in my everyday life@. Thank you for sharing this conversation, it has eased my mind. To know that I can work with the errors of my mind and remain functioning at a high level for years to come. Thank you so much
Hi, @Helyn Smih-Wilhelmi, we are so glad that you found some comfort from this conversation. Please know that if you ever want to talk through questions, please reach out to us 1-877-877-1671 or consult@teepasnow.com
Amazing interview. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it, @bell10877!
Thank you , i would really like to hear more young onset real stories please. 🙏🏼
Hi, @bell10877, you are very welcome. We have a more conversations here on our channel playlist (ruclips.net/p/PLVl8vTLjje8HeEop8IPV3zvU9xSlHA7y4) or you can see more stories on our website (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/pac-core-team/)
Wow ty so much for sharing! So courageous! 🙏💓🙏
Thanks for watching!
What a shame Laurie's voice wasn't clear. These videos have been so good.
Hi, @Sally Sutherland, I'm sorry if there were sound issues on this video. We will try to fix. Thanks for letting us know.
Fantastic
Oh Laurie, I was treated the same way by my sister (younger).she even questions my birth. I am hoping to do a ancestry DNA test.
Thanks for sharing @Mithrani Mahadeva!
My father has Lewy body dementia, he's been diagnosed for almost a year now.
Medication has helped but he believes he has now cured himself.
He is 85 and just refuses to discuss this with the family.
I do get where he is coming from, but it's stopping us from giving him the support he really needs.
Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry this is so hard. I know you all are trying to help! Let us know if you'd like to chat with someone or get some more resources about Lewy Body. You can reach us via our website.
Insightful
@Diane Secchiaroli , Its Paula. I am glad that you found the Courageous Conversations to be insightful. Please check out our website at teepasnow.com we have a lot of resources for anyone who needs help or questions. Have a great day.
Love you teepa big pharma blocks stem cell research
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Well I can understand people's doubts as she sounds fine and spoke fluently and she wasn't stressed only annoyed at her sister and friends. She certainly looks like she can still work in a physical capacity doing dishes sweeping floors. I would hamnhve thought finding out would cause extreme stress and agitation l
Hey Diana, what an insightful comment. You are so right :) This is Dan from Teepa's team and I really enjoyed reading this. So many people can only think of people living with dementia at the late stages, but there is so much living (and talking) left to be done. When we focus on what is possible and help people find situations for success, the interactions will be so much more positive for everyone. If you haven't already, we'd love for you to like, subscribe, and share things like this with others :)
I went to a neurologist and psychologist to be evaluated. Brain scan showed ischemic changes and I think it was white matter problems. Psychologist tested iq and said I had lost 21 points but I was fine because I was still in the “normal” range!! That was in 2017. He told me to come back later and be tested again! I never went back because it seemed so nonsensical to me. I am worse but prob not way worse. Idk. That’s why to hear your guest speak so coherently and intelligently was a relief because it speaks to my experience. I’m very aware of where my probs are. I know that when severmedal thoughts enter my brain at one time my mind freezes up or I panic. I know when I am put on a new Med there can be cognitive impacts and I need to call doc to get me off of it. It’s also a relief to kind of know what level I’m at. I believe myself to be a diamond with occasional forays into emerald territory so it is less scary than I was thinking. I’m losing ground (forgetful, clumsy, loose things, panic stuff, lack of trust, confusion) but not that fast. I’m 80. Anyway, thanks. My family is upset by the changes in me and are scared🤷🏽♀️
Hi, @Carol Wheeler, thanks for sharing! It sounds like you have a good handle on yourself and what you want. I'm wondering since your family is upset and scared if you might want to connect with our team at Positive Approach to Care. We can help them learn more (and you if you wish) and find ways to help you all communicate with each other. Please contact our consulting team (consult@teepasnow.com or 1-877-877-1671) to set up a free 30 minute session. Good Luck!
Is Laurie in a diamond state in this video? Thanks for sharing
Interesting conversation. I have to wonder about the connection between cancer therapy and the occurrence of dementia. This woman underwent cancer treatment and four years later she’s diagnosed with dementia. My LO had breast cancer and two years later was diagnosed with FTD (PPA). Makes me wonder????
Hi my name is Trudy Contos, and Harry is my brother.
I was diagnosed in 2019 with BC, and after treatment I became so foggy, and cant even think of a word as long term, primary, lost just real easy words ...
It's been a year and still a huge fog, and no energy ( hypothyroidism Hoshimotos ) this disease and autoimmune does cz cognitive issues...
I commend you for being so strong to face this horrific disease and want to put this in public's view so we can get more research
Laurie the cancer treatments might be a prelude to dementia, but you can help in research .
Hi Laurie, this is Dan from Teepa's team. I don't know of any direct correlation between cancer treatment and the onset of dementia, but I also don't know that it can be ruled out. Treatment for cancer can put a person's body under a lot of stress, and while it may not cause a dementia per se, it may accelerate something pre-existing. This sounds like a great question for Teepa. I'll pass it along to her, but if you would want to join us for our free, monthly Ask Teepa Anything, you could even ask her yourself :) Check out our website teepasnow.com to see when the next one is and register. Hope to see you there!
Hi Trudy, this is Dan from Teepa's team. I'm sorry to hear about the fog you've been feeling and the difficulty finding words. That has to be so frustrating. If you're at all interested, we offer a free 30-minute consult that would allow you to talk to someone, feel free to reach out to consult@teepasnow.com. If you are interested in learning more about Teepa and her message, please subscribe to this channel and check out her website, teepasnow.com.
Please help! My husband won’t eat much, especially supper. What can I do to help him eat without me feeling frustrated .
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Hi, @Mayr Colabella. Wow, I'm sorry that supper is a bit frustrating for you and your husband. I'm wondering if you might want to set up a free 30-minute consult with one of our team members to talk through some ideas about mealtime. Please email consult@teepasnow.com or call 1-877-877-1671. In the meantime, this video might be of interest: ruclips.net/video/j7f9a8hs0jY/видео.html
My brother has recently been diagnosed with self caused dementia due to fear mental health etc.... is this right is there a way I can figure out what is really going on ...I am traveling hours staying in hotels and trying to make sure he is cared for, yet he hid the physical illnesses he was facing and would not let us know or leave the house ...it took a wellness check to get us to this point :(
@joyfull, it sounds like this has been a closed door for a very long time, and yet you are still trying! Kudos!
You could definitely bring it to Teepa and the PAC Team with Dementia Problem Solving dps@teepasnow.com OR reach out to us to get started with a free 30 minute consultation: teepasnow.com/services/consulting/phone-consultations/
Maybe Laurie can email this video to her sister. Maybe then she’ll believe her.
Nice idea, @greengrass9598! We'll let her know. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I can think of some word s resiliency and shit
Thanks for sharing, @Lisa Kesecker