The Disappearing Mind Podcast

In this 12-minute episode, host Dawn Platt shares her own experience as a dementia caregiver to a loved one and the real-life conversations she’s had with other caregivers about the day-to-day ups and downs. If you’re a caregiver, this episode will help you understand that there are going to be bad days, and that’s ok. It’s all about having balance in your life.

Dr. Sandra Peterson, an expert in geriatrics and dementia, speaks with host Dawn Platt about working with seniors in memory care communities and the increase in different types of dementia, including mixed dementia and frontal temporal dementia. In this episode, you'll learn more about how different types of dementia should be diagnosed individually as they often have distinct treatments.

Host Dawn Platt shares concerning signs when it comes to paying bills, spending behavior and other issues that might be due to a decline in a parent or loved one’s short-term memory. Learn more about what clues to look for.

Host Dawn Platt reviews tips provided by the Alzheimer’s Association as well as her own personal suggestions on how to engage loved ones with dementia during the holidays without overwhelming them (or the caregivers).

n this week’s episode, Dawn talks with special guest Rita Harrison, a woman who was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment and early on-set dementia in 2018 at just 58. She’ll speak about what it was like to get the diagnosis and how she’s doing now.

Dementia can take a toll on all family members involved. Learn how to best cope when conflict arises in a family due to a loved one’s dementia.

Physical and Occupational Therapist Dr. Brittany Tallhamer not only works with seniors with dementia but has a personal connection to the disease. Hear her story and learn more

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Susan's mother went from an active and involved mom and grandmother to a late-stage dementia diagnosis. Listen to her story.