“The computer is a boon “ for many Alzheimer’s patients, especially those with early onset dementia and those in the earlier stages of the disease, according to an article about Alzheimer’s in U.S.News & World Report (December 11, 2006 issue).  The computer, e-mail and the online world has become a great outlet and aide for them.
*E-mail keeps them in contact with friends, family, and others with Alzheimer’s.  One person interviewed described e-mail and chat rooms to “holding hands with someone with dementia.”
*E-mail keeps an ongoing record of chats with others…something they can refer back to if they wish.  In  other words, …read more

Since this is Mental Health Month, we decided at the b5media Science & Health Channel to use this as the theme for our posts. Bloggers here have found diverse ways to focus on this topic, depending on the nature of their blog.
New research shows that breastfeeding protects maternal mental health.  Angela at Breastfeeding 1-2-3 shares the latest scientific study
Alicia, at Mental Health Notes, wrote about how toTake Control of Your Mind, Your Health, and Your Life. She mentions: There’s no better time to take control of your mind, your health, and your life than Mental Health Month. Let go of …read more

Topics related to senior living, including aging, Alzheimer’s, mental health and depression are discussed in Senior Journal at www.seniorjournal.com.  These often are interrelated as they apply to Alzheimer’s disease and patients afflicted with it.
This site is another online resource for information to help you, the caregiver and family member, cope with this dieseas as it relates to your loved one.