caregivers

Tampa resident Melissa Malone shares how she first recognized signs of dementia in her mother during the holidays and how she made adjustments to celebrate with her in the years after her diagnosis.

John Daley, a licensed mental health counselor, discusses the early signs of mental illness, treatment options and therapy modalities.

A neurologist and neuropathologist address the prevalence, risk factors, early detection signs and preventive measures related to brain diseases.

On this episode, program host Dr. Joe Sirven examines the importance of genomic data and its effect on health decisions. Then the show focuses on the escalating trend of caregiving in the U.S.

Research shows two-thirds of the state's dementia caregivers report at least one chronic health condition of their own, and 29% are dealing with depression. A promising resource is in the works.

Joyce Nunn shares her story of family members' interactions with her husband as he struggled with Alzheimer's. It's a circumstance helpline specialists are familiar with.

Roughly 8 million people 65 and older have dementia or need help with two or more activities of basic daily life, like getting out of bed. Facing a severe shortage of aides and high costs, caregivers often cobble together a patchwork of relatives and friends to help.

Florida ranks 43rd in the nation for overall quality of long-term care for aging adults and people with disabilities, according to an AARP report.

The federal government is proposing having Medicare pay professionals to train family caregivers how to perform tasks like bathing and dressing their loved ones, and properly use medical equipment.

The stress of caring for children with mental health conditions can take a physical toll that disrupts parents’ ability to provide care, say psychologists, researchers and advocates for families.