Learning to Live with Memory Loss with Marianne Sciucco

What The Health: News & Information To Live Well & Feel Good

Discover invaluable insights on addressing mental health challenges in mature adults with our special guest, Marianne Sciucco, a nurse, caregiver, and founder of AlzAuthors. Together, we'll shed light on the potential causes of anxiety, depression, and dementia-related issues and share crucial strategies for supporting those affected and their caregivers.

Join us as we explore the complexities of diagnosing Alzheimer's and dementia, battling the stigma attached to mental health conditions, and navigating the financial challenges that arise with a diagnosis. We'll discuss the importance of basic physical exams for older individuals and the hurdles to obtaining an accurate diagnosis. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation with Marianne Sciucco and learn how to be better prepared for the mental health trials of aging.

Chapter Summaries;

0:00:30 - Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

0:03:04 - Introduction: John Salak introduces Marianne Sciucco, founder of AlzAuthors

0:04:19 - Challenges of Aging and Mental Health

0:06:32 - Marianne explains why she thinks Alzheimer's is growing

0:08:35 - Discussion about the factors that can contribute to Alzheimer's

0:11:59 - Healthy Habits for Brain Health

0:14:29 - Alzheimer's and Dementia Diagnosis

0:18:56 - Living With Dementia

0:24:20 - Caregiver Health and Well-Being

0:28:05 - Milton’s Discounts: WellWell-Being Community Health Discounts

0:28:46 - Health Hacks: Support to Caregivers and Individuals Affected by Alzheimer’s

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Let’s Connect:

Connect with Marianne Sciucco;

• Website: https://alzauthors.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alzauthors
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/alzauthors
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlzAuthors/

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• Website: https://wellwellusa.com/
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