Mental Health Minute - Alzheimer's Disease: Caregiving Challenges

Join Dr. Grace Derboghossian as we continue our exploration of Alzheimer's disease, a progressive and irreversible brain disorder that impacts millions worldwide, affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease presents unique challenges. As Alzheimer's disease progresses, memory loss, confusion, and personality changes become more intense. This not only affects the patient but also places a heavy burden on caregivers, leading to significant mental health challenges.
In this video, we'll discuss:
📍How caregiving can lead to work-related stress and impact mental health.
📍The increased responsibilities, time constraints, and financial worries that contribute to emotional distress.
📍The feelings of isolation, depression, anxiety, and sleep problems that caregivers often experience due to the demanding nature of their role.
📍The importance of seeking respite, support, and education about the disease and coping strategies.
📍The invaluable love and comfort caregivers provide, and the importance of asking for help when needed.
Alzheimer’s Disease is a debilitating brain disorder affecting millions worldwide. In this episode, join Dr. Grace D who will share ways to prevent the disease.
ASU Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation is conducting a 12-month-long study that focuses on the impacts of physical activity on cognitive impairments. This research is led by professor, Fang Yu, PhD, RN, GNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN and Dr. Grace Derboghossian PhD, MSN, RN is the Postdoctoral Fellow of the study. They are recruiting individuals who are 65 years old and above, who have observed memory issues and have a companion to join them as a study partner. For more information regarding this study you can contact:
Fang Yu, PhD, RN, GNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN
Professor
Edson Chair in Dementia Translational Nursing Science
Grace Derboghossian, PhD, MSN, RN
Postdoctoral Fellow
Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
Website: asubeat.com
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