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Alzheimer's / Dementia Alzheimer's / Dementia Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia Ever wonder what life might look like from the perspective of someone who has dementia? Learn more below about what they might tell us as they live with the challenges of Alzheimer's and other dementias. Also, there's an article below discussing whether it's okay to laugh in the middle of challenging behaviors or words from a person with dementia, or if that compromises your honor and respect for the person. Thoughts? 10 Things People with Dementia Wish You Knew If people with dementia shared their thoughts and feelings with us, these 10 things might be some of the many things they'd point out. They'd like a little respect. People with Alzheimer's or another dementia aren't children. They're adults who had jobs, families and responsibilities. They may have been very accomplished in... Read more Search Related Topics:  10 things to stop doing  what not to say  living with dementia Is Alzheimer's Disase Inherited? If you're anything like me, you've looked at your family history of health, illnesses, and longevity and wondered, "How will I end up? Will I have high blood pressure, too? What can I do to reduce my risk of developing certain diseases?" This often leads me to take the next step of continuing... Read more Search Related Topics:  early onset dementia  preventing dementia  mental activity Is Laughter Okay in the Middle of Dementia's Challenges? As I've watched many people cope with the difficulties and losses in dementia, my question today is this: Is there such a thing as laughter at the behaviors or words someone with dementia uses that is not laughter at the person or the disease? Are there times when it's okay to mix laughter and dementia? This is a topic I've... Read more Serious Thoughts about Laughter Yoga: Is It Beneficial for People with Dementia? Have you heard about laughter yoga? If you're not familiar with it, it may seem funny to bring it up here in a place where we discuss all things dementia-related.... Read more Related Searches Symptoms of Dementia Dementia Diagnosis Alzheimer 'S Disease Dementia Elderly Alzheimers Dementia Featured Articles Resources and Services Books, Mags, and Movies Glossary Alzheimer's Basics Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Esther Heerema, MSW Alzheimer's / Dementia Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Alzheimer's / Dementia newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Must Reads What Is Alzheimer's Disease? Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease Coping With Alzheimer's Disease Advertisement