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The Polluted Brain

By Emily Underwood — 2017

Some of the health risks of inhaling fine and ultrafine particles are well-established, such as asthma, lung cancer, and, most recently, heart disease. But a growing body of evidence suggests that exposure can also harm the brain, accelerating cognitive aging, and may even increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

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10 Tips for Responding to Dementia Anger

Have you ever tried to calm your loved one with dementia only to find that your attempts made things worse? That’s what this video is trying to help you avoid. Here I share 10 tips for dealing with anger in dementia in hopes that the next outburst is short-lived.

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Aggressive Behavior in People with Dementia | Linda Ercoli, PhD

UCLA psychologist Linda Ercoli, PhD, educates caregivers about the causes of verbal and physical aggressive behavior in patients with advancing dementia. She introduces behavioral management techniques that can be effective in reducing and managing aggression.

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