How to Help Alzheimer’s Patients Enjoy Life After Diagnosis
If you know a friend or family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or any other form of dementia, the idea of their identity slowly slipping away can be one of the hardest parts
Addressing Tough Conversations with Aging Parents
There’s another dent in Dad’s bumper. A pot was ruined after Mom forgot she was boiling water on the stove. Grandma frequently forgets to take her medications. Grandpa is having trouble taking care of himself.
Could Computer Use Stave Off Dementia?
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and it’s estimated that more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Although there’s no cure for Alzheimer’s and other dementias,
When the Research is Contradictory: Prostate Cancer Treatment and Dementia
When it comes to researching a medical diagnosis or condition, the overabundance of information on the Internet is both a blessing and a curse. The World Wide Web contains more blogs, chat rooms and medical
World Health Organization Urges Community to Talk About Depression
Observed annually on April 7, World Health Day, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO), focuses on global health awareness as well as providing the opportunity to mobilize action around a specific health topic of concern to people
Prioritizing Health Every Day of the Year
Spring is in the air all around North Texas, ushering in warmer weather, new life in the garden and thoughts of spring cleaning. It’s also the perfect time to consider the state of your overall
Keeping Your Health Up to Par With Golf
Surprised at how many calories you can burn playing golf? Have some friendly tips of your own? Sound off in the comments or on social media with the hashtag #AYAWBgolfhealth
Men & Suicide: A Growing Issue
Suicide may not be easy to talk about, but the issue continues to grow, affecting as many as one million Americans and their families each year, including thousands of Texans. According to the Substance Abuse
New Year’s Resolution: Mental Wellness
The beginning of a new year brings hope for many, as they anticipate a fresh start and commit to sticking with their New Year’s resolutions, hopefully, a bit longer than in 2016. For others, facing
Is There a Science to Happiness?
It’s not exactly “don’t worry, be happy,” but a growing interest in positive psychology has spurred a movement to examine what causes people to be happy and how we can all achieve happiness. Positive psychology