Many people believe that humans need less sleep as we age, but the reality is more nuanced. While it’s true that sleep patterns change with age — resulting in lighter sleep and more frequent awakenings — older adults still need roughly the same amount of sleep as younger adults. … [Read more...] about Get Great Sleep At Any Age
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For Those Who Care: Getting Systems In Place And Sleep Habits
Getting Systems in Place Often, caring for an aging or sick loved one is a slow-moving situation, and you can adapt as you go. However, sometimes it is more sudden, and you are scrambling for information. In either circumstance, there are many things to understand, … [Read more...] about For Those Who Care: Getting Systems In Place And Sleep Habits
Helping Those Who Forget
Bonding is essential to our development and well-being, from the time we’re newborns to the moment we slip this mortal coil. Life often presents challenges to the strength of these bonds, perhaps none as much as dementia. For most of us, our memories act as glue that binds us to … [Read more...] about Helping Those Who Forget
Finding Your Way Through Brain Fog
Several months ago, I fixed dinner for my family and undercooked the manicotti, which got me all discombobulated. I said to them, “Just finish your burgers while I put this back in the oven.” My family sat in silence, looking at the pizza slices on their plates. “Burgers?” my … [Read more...] about Finding Your Way Through Brain Fog
Cut Out The Constant Busyness – Embrace The Power Of Restoration
“Taking time to rest and restore is important because we cannot help others unless we are in a good position to help,” says retired surgeon Wayne B. Tuckson, MD. And Wayne knows a lot about what it means to restore. A Washington, D.C. native, Wayne moved to Louisville in … [Read more...] about Cut Out The Constant Busyness – Embrace The Power Of Restoration