Following on from Understanding Depression and Anxiety, presenter Winifred Henderson will provide you with practical techniques to help you stop worry, manage stress, and reduce stress, ultimately aiding in the prevention and alleviation of depression and anxiety. Caring for and supporting someone with dementia can be a challenging journey, and it is crucial to equip …
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Welcome to this edition of Mind Matters. It is a great pleasure to be able to introduce the interesting range of topics in this edition and to thank you for your support and encouragement of the work we do across our Dementia NZ network. Click here to read the Digital Edition of Our Mind Matters …
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On World Alzheimer’s Day, Thursday, 21st September 2023, join us at 10.30am for an Online Education session on ‘Understanding Dementia’ presented by Winifred Henderson. This Masterclass will give an overview on What Dementia is, the different types of dementias and how they affect people. We will explore what normal aging is, the difference between normal …
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Sleep is such a precious and fragile thing. We so often feel overwhelmed by media reports telling us how vital good sleep is. So why is it that so many carers and people living with dementia have trouble with their sleep? This Masterclass will cover: – What is normal sleep? – How we sleep – …
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Once estimated to be the highest paid player in rugby, Carl Hayman was experiencing the dizzying heights of success. But the very vehicle that put him there – the sport he was passionate about – was slowly and cumulatively causing a spiralling decent. The price he paid for every victory, accolade and pay cheque was …
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An All Black’s memoir of rugby, young onset dementia, and the hidden cost of success. Former All Black Carl Hayman brought to his knees by the game he loved. He shares his powerful, honest and incredibly raw story. He’s living with Young Onset Dementia, and all that it brings, aged just 43. Carl …
Stigma is one of the biggest barriers for people living with dementia to live fully with dignity and respect. Help us fight stigma by learning more about its effects and taking steps to reduce its impact. What is stigma surrounding dementia? Stigma surrounding dementia encompasses any negative attitude or discriminatory behaviour against people living …
What is dementia? Dementia is a complex condition that can be both heartbreaking and bewildering. Dementia is not one specific disease, but an umbrella term that is used to describe approximately 100 different illnesses. This debilitating illness affects a person’s ability to think, reason, and remember. It is a progressive condition that slowly and steadily …
Getting Diagnosed Getting diagnosed with dementia is a vital step in ensuring a better quality of life for both the individual and their loved ones. Early detection can help individuals and their family plan for the future and make necessary arrangements. It also provides an opportunity for early intervention and treatment that can potentially slow …
Dementia occurs as the result of physical changes in the structure of the brain. We do not yet know what causes some types of dementia and with conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Vascular Dementia it may be a combination of factors. Alzheimer’s Disease The most common form of dementia, accounting for somewhere between 50-75% …
