Dementia Warning Signs
Darn, I can't remember what we talked about last week but I know it was important!
What is Subtle, short term memory loss- forgetting appointments/dates/where things go?
You can greatly reduce your risk of vascular dementia by keeping your blood pressure down. How do you keep your blood pressure healthy?
Exercise, eat a low-salt, nutrient rich diet and avoid overuse of alcohol and tobacco.
These risk factors are unavoidable, but don't let that get you down!
What are genes or age?
Who is known as the “Queen of Country Music” and has hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5”?
Dolly Parton
"All the leaves are brown..."
What is "And the sky is gray"?
Whoops! Someone left their keys in the fridge?
Diabetes has a direct connection to dementia. How can you avoid becoming diabetic to lower your dementia risk?
Exercise, eating a fiber-rich and low sugar diet
What are some lifestyle choices that increase your risk for dementia?
What is Alcohol use, smoking, social isolation, etc?
What was the first song by The Rolling Stones to hit number one in the U.S.?
What is (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction?
"I know you wanna leave me
But I refuse to let you go
If I have to beg, plead for your sympathy
I don't mind, 'cause you mean that much to me"
What is "Ain't too proud to beg, aa you know it (sweet darlin') Please don't leave me, girl (don't you go)"?
My aunt loves sewing and beading, but she hasn't been doing it lately and hasn't been answering our calls.
What is losing interest in family/friends/activities?
Not only can this activity lower your risk of dementia, but it also lowers risk of heart attack, stroke, heart disease and high blood pressure.
What is exercise?
This risk factor is shared across yard lines by football players and folks who may be a tad clumsy.
What is head injuries?
Who performed "Light My Fire" in 1967?
Who are The Doors?
"Get your motor runnin'
Head out on the highway..."
What is "Looking for adventure
In whatever comes our way"?
My husband is normally really good with money management, but recently he has been spending frivolously on fun purchases.
What is impaired judgement?
Doing activities that keep your brain engaged is important to exercise your neurons and can help prevent dementia. What activities can you do to keep your brain going?
What are puzzles/crosswords/brain games/etc?
This health condition is a risk factor for vascular dementia that can be caused by diet, smoking, stress levels, and other genetic and medical conditions.
What is high blood pressure?
Who taught us how to spell "Respect" with her 1967 hit?
Who is Aretha Franklin?
"Oh, crazy
For thinking that my love could hold you"
What is "I'm crazy for trying
And crazy for crying
And I'm crazy for loving you"?
My friend keeps stopping mid conversation and forgetting basic words- she called a microwave a blender the other day and was confused when I pointed it out.
What is trouble with communication or language?
Going to the doctor to regularly check this is a very important preventative measure for dementia- tell them you heard it from me!
What is hearing?
Keeping this in check with regular doctors visits and lab tests can help you avoid this risk factor. Diet, exercise and lifestyle choices can keep the "bad" levels of this from getting too high!
What was the title of Jeannie C. Riley's US Number One Country Crossover in 1968?
What is "Harper Valley PTA"?
"And if you love him, oh, be proud of him
'Cause after all, he's just a man..."
What is "Stand by your man
Give him two arms to cling to
And something warm to come to
When nights are cold and lonely"?