Mild dementia vs Mild cognitive impairment

[@celestebennett1557]

I so appreciate your videos and has helped me tremendously in dealing with my mom and she is so much happier now that we know how to help her and understand what she's going through.

[@karinellzey2349]

Your videos helped me survive the last year of my mother's life and her increasing dementia. You helped me to understand better what was going on in her mind, helped me be objective in how I interacted with her, and frankly your information was comforting for me. A year after her passing, I still watch your videos for the information and comfort. Thank you so much!

[@DementiaCareblazers]

I'm glad it help

[@fifif4522]

Your explanation is helpful. My husband was diagnosed with major neurocognitive disorder as a result of MS. I have seen some slight improvement since diagnosis, the dr said to expect, but he is a raging battle to deal with and I, too, begin to doubt my own cognition as I try to maintain a full time job. Thank you for the information.

[@JD-od8jn]

I appreciate "the shorts" clips. They help remind me I am NOT going crazy with Vascular Dem spouse with what I see and hear daily.

[@christinep327]

Thanks SO much for that very clear description and delineation between MCI and mild dementia. I struggled with deciding where she was for months until my mother had a psychotic-like breakdown over misplacing her TV remote. That was my "sign" I knew she'd turned the corner into dementia. She's since seen the doctor, now has an official diagnosis, and we're all getting more help. Thanks again for making a difference in so many lives, including ours.❤️

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Always Welcome!

[@bobbiebares1549]

WOW this was so SO good. Thanks!! I am a Caregiver for my husband who has dementia. THIS TITLE caught my eye. I had a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). And now here I am taking care of the man I fell in love with. I don't want to fail.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

I'm so glad you found what works best for your loved one! 💖

I so thank you your video. I am thinking that I have some of the two or both., depressions, poor sleep , pains, stress and too many surgeries..Insurances do not help to pay psychiatrists anymore (hyperinflation) so to pay one almost will destroy our poor finances forever. Your videos help Third Word countries. Regards from Patagonia, Argentina.

[@nonacee5065]

I gave my husband who has FTD and is deteriorating a SAGE and an online Mini mental exam. The sage doesn't have a score (he took 40 minutes and asked for my help on practically everything, some things he just gave up on) but I've kept it for his Dr. to view. The MME did have a score sheet and he got 14/30. I did these at home where he's more relaxed. The last time his Dr wanted to do it in the office, he really stressed out. Dementia Australia also recommended I email the Dr. prior to our visit to tell him of any changes which in our case is showering (lack there of), more loss of words, no interest in TV, just sits most of the day or paces, and now has added delusions or hallucinations to his repertoire. He's actually most conversational when in midst of delusion, which is interesting. I've taken a recording of this, plus one where I've asked him to leave a message for our sons. His speech and manner is very different between these purposes. He's 71 with MCI at 62, followed by a sudden full blown psychosis at age 64 (targeted at me)which got diagnosed as mixed vascular dementia and Alzheimer 3 hellish years later in 2017, then changed to FTD in 2019 after his sister was diagnosed with it. Last couple of years, he was at a good stage, quiet, cooperative but unemotional, apathetic, slow shuffling gait, and some loss of words. His antipsychotics and other meds were helping to keep him stable and his psychosis tamped down (tried to lower dose and it reared its head). Now in 2022 he's sadly declining more quickly.

[@dianahall8069]

your not alone, I'm in the same situation with my husband. sending you a virtual hug,

[@nonacee5065]

@@dianahall8069 thank you🫂

[@viviennepayne7966]

Thank you so much for clarifying the difference. My husband has some issues with memory and mild cognition. We. Are waiting to see a neurologist in a few days. This has helped immensely.

[@sallyroberts2951]

I have been taking care of my husband ( with vascular dementia ) for 22 years and you are the first person I have found that I can learn from, thank God for you...

[@orthodudeness]

And here is where I needed your awesome clean and well-spoken input 4 years ago. I only found the careblazer site maybe 3 years ago. Interesting. As my wife progressed with impairment, then to mild dementia, the stress for me and her was tremendous. The daily task of dealing with her problem, effected my cognition. At first I thought I was going down the same road as her. Turns out, my impairment came from trying to keep up with the new job of taking care of her. The things she did, the things she lost or misplaced, had me going in circles trying to keep up with her decline. Now, after 4 years, I see my cognitive abilities return. The new routine, while I hate the new routine, is in place and I now can move through a day. Following her to intensely through out a day, early on , was confusing. She would loose something, move something, etc. I found myself doing multiple things at once, I pick up one thing, while doing that I come across 3 other things and there goes my focus on the day. FOCUS. That's what it is all about. Stay on course, finish the 1 or 2 things first. Ignore the other 10 things that show up while your doing the 1 or 2. And that was an awesome finish!!! Mild cognitive...right?

[@sheilaeyster6036]

Thank you for all this info.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Welcome Always

[@_JanetLouise]

Excellent explanation, mahalo nui. my husband is straddling the line .... he needs more activity .... I already have plenty activity .... praying for that assistance ❤

[@soniaannwillard8635]

🕊Happy Mothers Day🕊 Thank You 💝For All You💝 Do !!

[@olwens1368]

Very helpful and encouraging- a family member has cognitive impairment and this video has helped him- and me..

[@esmeraldacorona708]

The best information! I have gotten better help on your channel for my mom than at her primary health provider/GP Dr.Natali thank you so much!

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad it was helpful

[@sue-brownhenry3220]

First I want to thank you for this wonderful helpful channel. I am a caregiver of my 90 y.o. mother with later stage dementia-alzheimers. She was diagnosed at 87, although my sister, was a hospice RN after years of geriastric RN, and I noticed changes 5 years ago. She can still dress herself, although, sometimes she just adds more layers of shirts- ones day 4; she eats well; but has lingual issues, so understanding her is a challenge; no longer recognizes me as her daughter, I'm her friend; had some incontinence, but that may be more of a mobility issue; and has some delusions, she's stealing my stuff before going home, packing up old mail or one night clutched in to a bag of trash staying it CV was her stuff; she'll talk about all the be people that live with her, when it's only my daughter, etc. I just wanted to give you some background of where she is. Her sister and at least 2-3 of her cousins and an aunt also had dementia. I fear following this pattern. I am currently 63. About 5 years ago, I noticed changes in my recall and others, but the be other sunrooms, like transporting letters and words, ceased when my vitamin D level was increased over a year from 9 to 30. However, the recall, of a specific random word, which I may have even said a minute it's two ago, can't be accessed. Unlike my mom, I know I know the word, but can't pull it forward. I wonder if this is just normal or if it is a precursor to cognitive impairment. I have a great memory. I can recall many memories from long ago and recently. Sometimes, I have my to think a minute, but I can concentrate and get any answer. My questions are, Are these actually precursors? At what point, do I actually go to a doctor to be by examined? What steps can I take more to improve my recall , changes or reduce any symptoms? I noticed my sister had some cognitive changes at the end, but she was on many medications and had ILD from RA, so I imagine her oxygen levels was more of my the factor. Bottom line, should I be concerned? What preventative measures should I take? When should I see a neurologist? (I know my ending was repetitive)

[@rhondasingley7211]

Happy Mother's Day ❤️ I was told I have MKI and then FTLD. Right now I'm taking care of myself but I'm no longer able to Drive and have a big question Of Do I or Don't I have Dementia. So I'll go on living as if I Don't. You have given me some Hope Thank You Dr. Natilie

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Thankyou Rhonda

[@teresamartin8937]

Bingo! This was so helpful. My husband is now dx’d with MCI. He has MS.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@victoriajohnson3034]

I would have mentioned that with mci diagnosis you should get a brain scan. And, what it means if you get mci diagnosis and visible damage to brain on scan is showing. Mci with brain scan showing widespread small vessel ischemia.

[@moniquedonna1979]

I love your videos, thank you so much it really helps me with my Mum 🌼🍀💚🌼🍀💚

[@DementiaCareblazers]

You are so welcome!

[@evelynblake883]

Absolutely brilliant video,, I’m one of the lucky people that I have improved my mild cognitive impairment but it’s still a daily struggle,, I was in a semi comatosed state about 12-14 years ago,, But with a proper diet( lost over 30lbs) daily exercise, art /piano practice and lots of daily stimulation; crossword puzzles/ jigsaw puzzles/ and cooking weekly pies for my church I feel I’m slowly coming out of a dark place and am now finally seeing a light at the end of a dark tunnel,, One strange thing that has happened is that I have found a way to express my inner thoughts through short poems which come to me like a light coming through the curtain in the morning,, ..no longer does it feel like I’m trying to do a jigsaw puzzle under water with goggles and a blind fold on !! Thank you for this excellent video; saved and shared 👍

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sheilaeyster6036]

Thank you. That was what I was looking for.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad I could help

[@9_sara_9]

جزاك الله خيرا

[@merrym7174]

VERY HELPFUL. Thank you for this!☆

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gerrylavelle8433]

My domestic partner has been diagnosed with parathyroid disease and she exhibits symptoms that mimic dementia. Finally, after three years of a run around she has been approved for parathyroid surgery. The worst thing in this run around process has been when she was prescribed Abilify and Rexaulti for her supposed 'dementia.' She was hit with really intense side effects of urges to gamble, non-stop online shopping, flirting with strangers on Facebook who claimed to be Brad Pitt, Jason Mamoa, Keanu Reeves, wild mood swings of anger outbursts, crying jags, insane laughing, etc. Within just a few days after stopping taking Rexaulti all these atypical behaviors stopped and there was again peace in our household.

[@BrandonPotter-r9b]

I have low blood flow to my brain from big meals and sugar sensitivity. I have orthostatic Intolerance and complex sleep apnea. I have mci on the problem list on my health chart . I’m 35 and a half and have adhd too

[@kayokolindenberger3754]

Another helpful video! Thank you Dr. Natali.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dminter1234]

According to the Mayo clinic web site, mci is"the stage between the expected cognitive decline of normal aging and the more serious decline of dementia". This implies it is a stage of dementia, not a separate diagnosis.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

That would be incorrect according to the ICD and DSM which is used for official diagnosis. MCI often a precursor to dementia but not always and MCI is it’s own diagnosis that the healthcare provider would code.

[@susanmann5286]

Richard, there is just some "bad" information from some surprising places! Was diagnosed in September and I sure learned this the hard way! Good luck to you!

[@sharonboehm5296]

yr videos are very helpful Natalie. Could u explain a bit more the link of diabetes with MCI. thanks.

[@orthodudeness]

Thanks! ... say thanks with 2 bucks maybe? Dr. Natali puts her heart into this, use the little heart above^^^^ next to the "thanks". I mean, how much does a person pay for an appointment with a doc, and spend gobs of time, just to get the answers that are all over this site?

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Always welcome!

[@evelynblake883]

🙏My mild cognitive impairment; My life is like a machine that has yet to be switched on.. It’s not like it used to be; as something is definitely wrong! “Oh you look nice today they say”…If only they knew 🥴 Nothing is what it seems :I’m being held together with booty pants and glue 😬 My brain can only live in the now :in this moment .. Nothing is for definite; as nothing is set in cement! At least I still remember WHERE my coffee machine is situated ? BUT like just now -I forgot to put the pod in and patiently waited ?😊 Waiting for the brown stuff to come out of the bottom .. -(no coffee pod in) -something else that I’d - FORGOTTEN!😬 …Waiting for my washing machine to finish … Would help if I’d actually PUT my washing IN.. ;oh I WISH!🤣 Oh I wish, hope and pray all day but just tend to move on and press play,, Press play and rewind all day through,, But it’s getting worn out and making me feel blue! Seeing everything as if it’s ground hog day .. But Unable to change what I have just done or I’m about to say ? So now it’s time to chase my brain As it’s gone off the rails and I’ve lost it again .. 🤣 Amen

[@mistymitchell2001]

Omg how accurate

[@Auggies1956]

Mine shows up at times in my speech, in other words loss for words in the middle of a sentence.

[@jolenejohnston1297]

Many times I think my husband has been misdiagnosed with dementia. From what you say about MCI, he fits in that category. He doesn’t drive anymore, but can handle dressing and taking care of himself. What do you recommend I do.

[@Imnotyourdoormat]

Dementia or Impairment? Helpful, but i need to know what to do with the derailed train that's upside down in the ditchline...

[@denisecarrier6866]

Thank you, very helpful

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@whitneysawyer483]

Very helpful video :)

[@dawnbyland7568]

Scary thought. I see vascular dementia due to 5 heart attacks, strokes, and seizures. But after 11 years of this journey. Oh well saw some sundowners. Not recently. He wants me to teach him to drive (not happening) . Cant always problem solve the tv remote. Cause and effect are gone. Apathy has hit. Going away some with spring. Hard to pin him down . He can pass the miny mental health but not the clock. Relies on me. Oh well your program made me wonder

[@DementiaCareblazers]

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I hope you are surrounded with love and support.

[@freezedriedfoodies]

Great video!

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ExplodeyWenthaLizard]

Hi, Thank you for this information - very helpful. What is the difference between Mild Cognitive Impairment and Amnestic Cognitive Impairment and can a person improve from this condition? Thank you.

[@Ava-oc1dg]

My mother was diagnosed with encephalopathy, overnight she’s became like a zombie. It’s been three weeks and she’s slowly communicating and moving slightly. I don’t know how this happened, uncontrolled blood pressure maybe. The problem is lack of help. In Florida it’s impossible to get home aids covered by insurance or Medicare and even harder without Medicaid to go into a nursing home. I’m exhausted.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I hope you are surrounded with love and support.

[@pattilowery2313]

If there was a diagnosis of FTD in 2016 but he seems to be better could it have been cognitive impairment? Is this possible?

[@sharonmills1013]

Really interesting. My mother is going to a neurologist on Monday to see if we can get a diagnosis of what’s going on. Short term memory loss, depression, but can do most daily activities without assistance. Any specific questions we should be asking the doctor?

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Always welcome!

[@conniealdridge8920]

I am curious -- can MCI be triggered by perscription medications? My cardiologist started me on several different meds. Up until then I had no trouble with my mind -- I was very sharp. But I started being forgetful and having trouble thinking around that same time I started taking all those meds. I'm just curious.

[@TannislovesIJ]

Hi Natalie, I was given a diagnosis of MCI today and I’m 51. I was also miss diagnosed with epilepsy for 10 years. Needless to say my brain feels like mush. Is there a link between epilepsy and MCI? Can it play a major factor in developing into dementia?

[@susanmann5286]

Am on a FB, MCI group. Was diagnosed a few months ago. This group is ONLY for people diagnosed with MCI. Do you want info on group?

[@kristywilde2567]

@@susanmann5286do u still have the MCI group on FB?

[@walidsarwary]

Mci often accursed over age of 65 but in comment section everybody is diagnosed age 30 , 20 , 40 I don't understand what to believe ?

[@kojack2]

Hello. I really appreciate the effort you put into these Videos. I have a question l just been diagnosed with MCI through testing plus a Pet Scan and two MRI. Apparently i have had Traumatic Brain injury in my younger years I am now 70 plus. Can this injury cause my MCI?. Scans never showed much except for Ischemic Stroke etc, plus decreased Vascular issues caused by Stroke.

[@benzapp1]

What about Flomax? Seems like a crisis only just understood. Does cessation improve cognition?

[@fordmasters4352]

One question; but two adjectives as in.mild cognitive impairment or moderate cognitive impairment, two seperate issues with confusion created for who?

[@garybrunet6346]

Thank you!😊🇨🇦

[@DementiaCareblazers]

You are so welcome!

[@walidsarwary]

Which MCI makes some one lose direction of places once they know very well ? Amnestic MCI or none Amnestic MCI???

[@ireneroy8820]

Can you make a video on MCI and Executive distinction please?! I’m 67 I am affected with executive function the most. my score is 86.9on the test My memory score is 90.7, attention score was 91.7 Global cognitive score is 91.9 My score should be at 100at least for my age Thank You!!

[@cathnaylor2105]

Would a scan showing Median Temporal shrinkage have MCI?

[@janelleberryman-nosik8246]

This is the first time I’ve ever heard the descriptive difference between mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Now, based on your description and explanation regarding mild cognitive impairment, I find myself wondering if that diagnosis applied to people with ADHD. I know that is not within the scope of your YT channel. I just wanted to put that out there, though.

[@maryannchaisson6742]

I think this is a very important question. My sister was diagnosed with MCI a year ago. She has always had ADHD, however , with changes to diet, visits with therapist, and basically mire attention - she has improved quite a bit. She is in mid 70’s , never married, no children...it’s a difficult situation to deal with. Please address this in a future video. Thanks, 🇨🇦👏💐

[@lisas2023]

What do you think about cognizin citicoline?

[@lindavestal8139]

Which professional or healthcare provider should one consult for a proper diagnosis? My mother's PCP has not been much help.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

HI Linda, This is Trisha. Dr. Natali's social media manager. I'm sorry to hear about your situation;. Here is a KZbin video she made that I hope can help you with your situation. 💖 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oovKnntroNqpmqc

[@jimbob9828]

How about TBI for MCI

[@_JanetLouise]

our brains and bodies are so complex......

[@DementiaCareblazers]

That is 100%!

[@RWHALES1]

What is the difference between bad depression vs dementia.

[@nikkinone-ya]

Can you talk about options for trying to care for someone who seems to have a bit of narcissistic personality with cognitive impairment, im trying to care for someone who is not able to do daily tasks such as making meals, she will insist she ate but her living with us we see she is not.. also issue remembering appointments, payjng her bills.. and she refuses anyone to go to the doctor with her because she is "fine". At what point can we as the family get medical information. Court is not an option for us financially... Please help ...

[@Revelation21-4-]

What does normal cognitive function mean?

[@rcfoley]

Head injuries? Army Green Beret/Parachutist

[@hollywalling66]

Why are Primary Care Physicians so reluctant to diagnose MCI or dementia? They are the most familiar with a patients overall health and have the most opportunity to observe any decline…rather than a specialist such as neurologist or psychiatrist.

[@melanytodd2929]

A good question. Maybe they're scared to 'label ' ? Or maybe are 'not allowed ' to make such a diagnosis? 🤔

[@irishlady5051]

Excellent question! We just finally got a dementia diagnosis for our father after a recent hospital stay during which we insisted on a neurology consult. We feel let down by other physicians. He should have been monitored closely for cognitive changes because of risk factors including severe hearing loss, diabetes, hypertension, etc. Best of luck to you.

[@lanalane7084]

Yes why?

[@ungarlinski7965]

Has anyone actually done #3 and improved?

[@LinKatHen]

MCI can improve eg if medications playing a part in causing it are deprescribed, or if the person recovers from a conditions such as acute infection which may trigger confusion.

[@markgentry6688]

I'm sorry, that was clear as mud.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

MCI = slight problems in thinking more than expected for age. Dementia = problems in thinking AND impairment in activities of daily living (i.e., bathing, toileting, dressing, driving, etc.)

[@andreiamartins7934]

Why can't I activate the like button when I pinch it???

[@_JanetLouise]

try re-loading the page

[@Grmstrs4evr]

I am so confused, 15 months ago my husband was given a diagnosis of BVFTD, and we saw a psychologist last week that has now changed his diagnosis to MCI. My husband went through 61/2 hour testing and he said he didn’t get any of the tests right, he does not do daily personal care and I have to really push him to take a shower, how can this not be dementia? I had to have my son take me to an outpatient procedure. He said he would get lost because he did not plan on staying for the procedure. He can’t find the bathroom at times.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I hope you are surrounded with love and support.

[@chikinrancher]

I am so upset and confused .. my husband is 79 y/o and is hard of hearing .. I was concerned re: some memory problems I felt he was having .. we made an appointment with his primary care physician who administered a short "cognitive" test ,, this was during Covid and the dr was wearing an N95 mask covered by a 2nd mask and wearing a face shield .. the result was what even I considered slightly muffled .. so he diagnosed my hard of hearing husband with Alzheimer's and put him on Donepezil ..I have tried to ask the dr on subsequent visits if there is more that we can do and he says that he has diagnosed him, there is no cure, take these pills and see you in 3 months .. I would like to feel that we could be doing more .. what sort of doctor or facility should we be making an appointment with to get a true measure of his cognitive issues .. I need some direction, please

[@DementiaCareblazers]

A neuropsychologist!

[@chikinrancher]

@@DementiaCareblazers Thank you very much ~

[@melanytodd2929]

I'm crying while reading this. Please get another opinion from a doctor with some humanity 🙏 . A geriatrician, neurologist, ... Love from South Africa ❤ 🇿🇦

[@chikinrancher]

@@melanytodd2929 What a sweet thing to say .. I have the names of 3 neuropsychs close to us and will be making an appointment with one .. it may not change the outcome, but at least I won't feel like we are sitting in the middle of a busy highway waiting for the next 18 wheeler to come along .. I am so grateful I found the Careblazers channel .. thanks again for your kind words .. ❤

[@melanytodd2929]

@@chikinrancher 🙏 The ABSOLUTE WORST for me was my Dad's GP... who told me there was NOTHING wrong with my Dad. And this was after my bro became his POA. .... but this GP stated that my Dad was FINE. ...and ABSOLUTELY FINE TO DRIVE❣ ... sigh....

[@toryberch]

Natalie can you have mild cognitive impairment and it not show on a Petscan? I have Parkinsonism and I've heard MCI is a prelude to dementia in Parkinson's

[@rhondasingley7211]

Hi My mother had Parkinson's and she never had any problem with Dementia but she was not you. Good luck to you 🌹

[@toryberch]

@@rhondasingley7211 thanks Rhonda for chiming in with encouraged 🤗 Parkinson's is a real booger of an illness. I'm sorry your mom had it.

[@DementiaCareblazers]

Yes. You can have MCI (and sometimes even full blown dementia) and it still not show on a scan. Neuropsych testing is needed as well.

[@toryberch]

@@DementiaCareblazers Thank you so much for clarifying that Natalie 🙂🤗

[@dawnsmith1752]

In real life the mental health clinics don't help, explain or care.....let's get real..... however this lady does unfortunately she's not in the real world.....

[@jonlanier_]

So, this just isn't brain farts?

[@ursulaweber3649]

Thank you so much ! DR Natalie .... After taking being A Care Blazer for my Dad with Alzheimer’s And My Mom with Straight up Dementia all during Clovid I Was 2 times wamy d. I learned so much from You My CareBlazzer Hero 🦸‍♀️.,Now my Neighbor my mom s good friend was told by the doctors and many test s that she Has Age Related forgetfulness she is 82 ..She is believing other people that she has Dementia ...I know she doesn’t so different then My Mom ..I’m trying to figure out how to Approach this with her.? She Sponsors weekend Bridge games and Trains her puppy to do so grate amazing Tricks! She Drive s And Does Her Banking..And keeps a daily Journal ..no way My Mom Was Able to do .how Do I Help her ..??? my mom passed 6 months ago on my arms .. and I THANK YOU 🙏🏼 FROM THE Bottom OF MY HART I LERAND SO MUCH FOM YOU