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Debra on Dementia

by Debra Tann

My podcast is designed to enlighten individuals about Alzheimer's and related dementias. It seeks to empower with information, advocate for brain health, and encourage caregivers. In addition, my show will experience discussions concerning minorities who are most often affected by the disease and symptoms. It is the show's clarion call, to share information on a subject matter that is literally destroying families mentally, physically, financially, and Spiritually. And unfortunately, there is no cure. My desire is to publish on Wednesdays.

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Episodes

  1. My Farewell Podcast...Hallucinations, Delusions, & Paranoia

    Clarification between the differences of delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia and coping tips.

  2. Health Equities & Clinical Trials in Underrepresented Communities

    A reminder of the importance of health care equities and clinical trials as it relates to dementia.

  3. Sleep Deprivation & Natural Sleep Aids & Supplements

    Caregivers often suffer from a lack of sleep. This show offers natural remedies to experience a better night's sleep. Actually, a show for anyone who suffers from not enough ZZZZ's.

  4. Oscar winning film entitled "The Father"

    Lovely interview featuring the writer of the Oscar winning original screenplay but now film about a father who has dementia. Anthony Hopkins won an Oscar for portraying the father and the film also won an Oscar for best screenplay adaptation. A must see film if you have a loved one with dementia.

  5. Music and the Brain...music to my ears!

    Great show featuring two professors from UCF as they discuss the various parts of our marvelous brain and how it responds to music.

  6. Lavender...Historically, Biblically, & Medicinally as it relates to dementia and in general

    An easy going show as the discussion hinges on lavender and it soothing affects; both for people living well with dementia and without dementia.

  7. What do people living with dementia want us to know?

    I am told by people living well with dementia that they prefer not to stigmatized. This show covers the perspective from someone living with dementia. What are their expectations from people WITHOUT a dementia diagnosis?

  8. Your loved one has just received a dementia diagnosis, questions to ask the doctor.

    A dementia diagnosis may throw a monkey wrench into your world. This show discuss the possible questions you may pose to your doctor to help you better understand.

  9. Gentle reminder again of the differences between "Forgetting and Memory Loss."

    Many are still confusing memory loss and forgetfulness. This is a reminder show of the differences.

  10. An AARP trio compilation of brain love, remote control, and your brain @65 and older

    Three great stories provided by AARP. They are meant to be fun, lighthearted, and educational.

  11. Can you learn from someone living with dementia?

    This is an easy going show that reveals life lessons from those living with dementia. It is a time to slow down, reflect, and just breathe!

  12. Great gifts for people living with dementia and those special caregivers!

    This show highlights some of the hot gifts on the market to make life simplified for people living with dementia and soothing gifts for caregivers.

  13. Pets and individuals living with dementia...Pros and Cons

    Lighthearted show about the advantages and disadvantages of pets for individuals living with dementia.

  14. Drugs the FDA is considering for an Alzheimer's cure!

    While we know there is no cure for Alzheimer's, FTD, LBD, Vascular or Parkinson's dementia. This show discusses the drugs that are forerunners for an Alzheimer's cure.

  15. Transitioning from life to death...what to possibly expect

    While somber but a realistic show about possible occurrences just before a person takes their life breath.

  16. Dementia...how much do you really know?

    Fun and challenging show featuring a short AARP quiz about dementia. Opportunity to learn new information about dementia...in case you don't already know!

  17. Transparent story of Brian Van Buen's dementia Resilience

    Brian is a friend and colleague and offers his story about dementia, his advocacy, and his candor regarding his dementia struggles and triumphs.

  18. Happy New Year! Podcast Updates

    Welcome to a new year of podcasting with me and program updates to set the tone.

  19. Christmas reminders for people living with dementia in a Covid-19 Age

    End of the year wrap up show with reminders to help people living with dementia during the holidays with the added layer of Covid-19. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

  20. What is Mindfulness...Is it the same as Meditation?

    Discussion about Mindfulness and Meditation and how each of these experiences seek to help settle the mind.

  21. Dementia, Depression, and Covid-19

    A real discussion about dementia and depression. Each of these create medical concerns particularly if the depression is untreated; the cognitive issues worsen. Then came Covid-19!

  22. Feel Good Kind of Show...Female Teens developed an App for Dementia

    Great show about our youth and their coding abilities that allowed them to develop a competitive app for people living with dementia.

  23. Wandering...How to keep up with your Loved One with Dementia

    Does your loved one wander away? This show provides tips on how to keep them safe. The show also discuss the states that offer the Silver Alert to assist with a lost loved one.

  24. The history behind the Alzheimer's Stamp...on sell now!

    The Alzheimer's stamp is back on sale! This show shares the inspiring story of two women and how the stamp came to be and the recent quest to revive the sale of the stamp for continued Alzheimer's research.

  25. Caregivers and Journaling...May be therapeutic and cathartic!

    Soothing show that discuss the possible importance of journaling. This may be an avenue to just freestyle write and express ones self without judgement. Write away!

  26. Dementia, Anger, and Aggression...How to Respond

    Anger with individuals living with dementia is often commonplace. This show offers techniques on how to cope with this characteristic. Hint, usually there is a trigger!

  27. My new book release: "The Race of Dementia"...Excerpt from the book!

    Exciting show! In an effort to promote my new book, this show pulls an excerpt reading from the book to encourage readership. The book can be found on Amazon.com

  28. Gun ownership and dementia: A common concern for caregivers

    Should a person living with dementia maintain the ownership of a gun? A candid discussion about guns, dementia, and what the literature/research has to say about the subject matter.

  29. Sex; Alzheimer's & related dementias and their Caregivers!

    This show seeks to have an honest conversation about sex as it relates to individuals living with one of the dementias and their caregiver. The deduction is determining what works best for a couple.

  30. A Caregiver's Personal Interview

    This is my show's first live interview featuring a caregiver. Most often, caregivers are female but this 30 minute interview is with a male caregiver. The discussion hinges on his personal journey with his mom.

  31. I'm back...Podcast updates!

    I took a vacation from podcasting after a year long library of great podcast shows. This show will provide a brief overview of the show's continued direction.

  32. A little bit of this and a little bit of that!

    Compilation of information by some of my favorite sources. Us Against Alzheimer’s and the DAWN Method.

  33. Colors matter...Art Therapy and Dementia

    This is a fun show emphasizing the importance of colors as it relates to dementia and overall soothing strategies.

  34. Blacks face greater risk of Alzheimer's disease than Whites

    This show continues the true story as to why Blacks suffer more greatly than others regarding Alzheimer's. The show offers tips on ways for people of color to flatten the curve.

  35. Ways to deal with a loved one's Hoarding

    Hoarding is all to common with individuals living with dementia. This show offers a couple of ways to cope with it.

  36. Dementia and Women

    Women are affected more often then men with regard to one of the dementias. Why is that? This show will discuss a few possible reasons why.

  37. Questions from YOU and Answers from ME...a bit longer show but worth it!

    Another great Q/A show thanks to you; the listening audience! Questions came from all over the United States. Thanks Again!

  38. Supplements...Do they really help or harm with dementia?

    Those expensive supplements that sometimes tout a possible cure all for Alzheimer's and related dementias. Do they help or harm? You decide after listening to the show.

  39. Happy 1st Anniversary...DebraonDementia!

    Anniversary review of the past year and the vision moving ahead. Revisit Debra's first show and one of her most popular show's entitled Bozo Circus.

  40. A little bit of this and a little bit of that.

    A variety of information to help with encouragement, knowledge, and tips regarding Alzheimer's and related dementias.

  41. HOME...Should I leave my loved one with dementia ALONE?

    Is it ever safe to leave my loved one alone? Tune in to evaluate the right time if ever. Suggestions will be offered to make a fair assessment about your loved one's ability to be alone.

  42. A little bit of this and a little bit of that!

    Compilation of information on dementia from leading authorities featuring The Dawn Method and Us Against Alzheimer's. Tips to help navigate on the dementia journey.

  43. Mind Blowing Brain Facts

    This is a fun show featuring interesting facts about the brain.

  44. Questions from the listening audience Part 2

    Questions submitted by the audience. The host, Debra, answers the questions, Part 2.

  45. Questions from the listening audience Part 1

    Questions were submitted by the listeners and the host, Debra, answers the questions.

  46. Tips to help you prosper as a caregiver

    AARP does an excellent job putting forth information to help one navigate through Alzheimer’s and related dementias. This show offers those everyday useful tips.

  47. Things you probably were never told about caregiving!

    This is a heart felt show from a caregiver who offers his unique perspective regarding the care of his mom.

  48. A little bit of this and that...Alzheimer’s and related dementias

    This podcast will offer a compilation of activities and research surrounding related dementia and Alzheimer’s.

  49. Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and Covid-19

    As if dementia is not enough to contend with, now an added later Covid-19. This show will offer tips and encouragement during this season of the Coronavirus.

  50. Mild Cognitive Impairment, Mixed Dementia, and Dementia Myths

    Today's episode will wrap up my series on the top dementia types. This show will discuss MCI (mild cognitive dementia), Mixed Dementia, and conclude by debunking dementia myths.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

My podcast is designed to enlighten individuals about Alzheimer's and related dementias. It seeks to empower with information, advocate for brain health, and encourage caregivers. In addition, my show will experience discussions concerning minorities who are most often affected by the disease and symptoms. It is the show's clarion call, to share information on a subject matter that is literally destroying families mentally, physically, financially, and Spiritually. And unfortunately, there is no cure. My desire is to publish on Wednesdays.

HOSTED BY

Debra Tann

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