Episodes
Dec. 18, 2024
Latest Breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Research – There is News of Hope on the Horizon
It’s so important to keep up on all the updates when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Things change so rapidly, and therefore, Lisa is committed to bringing you the most current information available. F…
Dec. 11, 2024
Tips for Maintaining the Holiday Spirit with Alzheimer’s in the House
The Holiday Season is that special time of year for us to celebrate with our family and friends through sharing precious time together and creating lifelong memories. Many families struggle with the decision as to whether to…
Dec. 4, 2024
Common Myths Around Brain Disease - Encore
Today, I address common myths about brain diseases. I clarify that dementia is not inevitable with age and emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyle habits like regular exercise, a balanced diet, and stress management. I…
Nov. 27, 2024
Meet Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger – Author of The Unexpected Marathon: Your Guide to Long Term Caregiving
Lisa interviews Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger, a former Chief of Surgery and Oncology Specialist. He has also worked as a Mediator, helping families navigate the emotional challenges of a serious health crisis. Drawing on his e…
Nov. 20, 2024
Behavioral Triggers – What Every Caregiver Needs to Know
Behavioral expressions we see with dementia typically have an underlying reason. It’s a person’s way of trying to communicate an unmet want or need to us when they are no longer able to articulate them to us. It’s important …
Nov. 13, 2024
Alzheimer’s Symptoms to Recognize and Understand - Encore
In the latest episode of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's, host Lisa Skinner discusses several surprising elements of brain disease which may seem to surface out of nowhere. Some listeners may not even be aware that these elements …
Nov. 6, 2024
Glossary of Essential Dementia Behaviors and Symptoms: Part II
Lisa continues her discussion on common behaviors associated with dementia, focusing on psychosis, repetitive actions, rummaging, sleep disturbances, and the "stranger in the mirror" phenomenon. She shares personal anecdotes…
Oct. 30, 2024
Glossary of Essential Dementia Behaviors and Symptoms: Part I
Behavioral expressions we see with dementia typically have an underlying reason. It’s their way of trying to communicate an unmet want or need to us when they are no longer able to articulate them to us. It’s important to re…
Oct. 23, 2024
The Challenges Caregivers Face Every Day – Encore
On today's episode of The Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa pays tribute to all the caregivers and family members who work so hard to care for our loved ones who live with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. She ac…
Oct. 16, 2024
A Non-Pharmacological Approach to Dementia Care – What Does That Mean?
Lisa explores the many advantages of using a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care. Don’t miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include: What exactly is a non-pharmacological approach to dementia …
Oct. 9, 2024
Understanding Essential Aspects of Processing Grief with Special Guest, Heidi Dunstan, Certified Grief Educator
Lisa and Heidi dive deep into a very powerful conversation about grief. Heidi became a certified grief educator after her beloved husband, Mike, died suddenly and unexpectedly. Heidi shares her story of how she processed her…
Oct. 2, 2024
Misunderstood Realities of Caring for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia is often fraught with misconceptions, which can lead to unnecessary frustration, ineffective caregiving, and emotional burnout. As a seasoned behavioral specia…
Sept. 25, 2024
How Coping Strategies for Families of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients Have Evolved
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia have long been associated with a heavy emotional toll on families and caregivers of those living with it. In today’s episode, Lisa discusses how coping strategies have evolved over ti…
Sept. 18, 2024
Unlocking Memories with The Power of Music - Encore
On today's episode of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa interviews Alexis Baker, who is a board-certified music therapist of 10 years and the founder and owner of Bridgetown Music Therapy, which she founded in 2017. …
Sept. 11, 2024
Confabulation, Delusions, and Intentional Lying in Dementia: What's the Difference?
Have you ever heard the term confabulation in dementia? Lisa explains what confabulation is and how it differs from delusions and intentional lying in people living with dementia and other conditions. . . Don’t miss this ver…
Sept. 4, 2024
Is Doll Therapy a Positive Approach to Dementia Care? Decide for Yourself
In recent years, the use of baby dolls as therapy for people living with dementia has gained global attention. This approach, known as “Doll Therapy,” involves giving baby dolls to individuals with dementia to promote emoti…
Aug. 28, 2024
Ways To Deal With Dementia Behaviors - Encore
On today’s episode, host Lisa Skinner talks about some of the ways to deal with dementia behaviors including some of the do’s and don’ts that she cites from an article she shares with her audience. Because mid-to-late stage …
Aug. 21, 2024
Understanding Alzheimer's: Breaking the Zombie Stereotype
In today’s episode, Lisa dispels the belief and the stigma that people eventually become zombie-like caused by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. This could not be farther from the truth. Don’t miss this very importan…
Aug. 14, 2024
The Impact of Colors on Alzheimer's Patients
Would you have ever thought that specific colors can have a profound impact on the daily lives of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia? Well, they do! Lisa shares insights on how the use of various colo…
Aug. 7, 2024
Finding Peace in Medical Decisions: An ER Physician's Guide with Dr. Lamb
ER physician discusses how to feel at peace with the medical decisions you make for your person living with dementia. Mentioned Resources: www.blambmd.com About the Guest: As an Emergency Room physician, Dr. Lamb witnesses …
July 31, 2024
Dementia Cruising with Kathy Smith Shoaf, RN
Kathy Smith Shoaf, RN, is a Travel Expert with 30+ years of clinical and management experience in Geriatric, Rehabilitation, and senior housing as an RN and ATP. She realized after years of counseling families that the quest…
July 24, 2024
How to Reduce Your Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease by up to 40%
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia robs us of everything that matters, including our memories and the connections to our lives as we knew them. Every three seconds, another person in the world is told they have dementi…
July 17, 2024
A Primer All About Sundowning
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia are such complex and confusing topics...enough to make anyone’s head spin. One of the most confusing phenomena associated with dementia is that of sundowning. There are so many differ…
July 10, 2024
Busting Myths about Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
For many, many, years, various myths and misconceptions have emerged surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. The myths continue to become exaggerated, so let’s do some myth busting today to set the record strai…