Episodes
Jan. 24, 2024
Is There a Definitive Test Today That Can Diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease? | TLA0041
Can Alzheimer’s disease be diagnosed properly today? Lisa discusses this age-old question and shares the most recent and updated answers in order to vanquish the confusion. She discusses: Why it is so difficult to diagnose Al...
Jan. 17, 2024
How To Best Handle Those Common Repetitive Behaviors | TLA0040
Lisa explains how repeating questions and stories is a very common behavior in people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, but one that can be a huge source of frustration for loved ones and caregivers. Why Do They ...
Jan. 10, 2024
Understanding the Lost Cognitive Functions in Alzheimer's and Dementia | TLA039
Lisa explains how Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia progresses through its various stages and how that impacts the cognitive functions of people who live with it and will therefore greatly affect how they will be able ...
Dec. 11, 2023
Recognizing Key Behavioral Triggers
Because there are so many aspects of living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia that are completely unpredictable, Lisa shares some of the behavioral triggers that family members and caregivers should be aware of so...
Nov. 27, 2023
Laurette's Ingenious Books and the Impact on Memory
Nostalgia is particularly helpful for those who enjoy conversing or hearing about 'simpler times' or the 'good old days' without reference to personal photos or keepsakes, but still offer a calming familiarity, which is clini...
Nov. 17, 2023
Navigating the Complexities of Brain Disease
In the most recent installment of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's, host Lisa Skinner delves into the unexpected facets of brain disease that can seemingly emerge unexpectedly. Many listeners may find themselves unaware of these ele...
Nov. 9, 2023
How to Establish a Daily Routine for a Caregivers
Lisa Skinner kicks off her show today with a talk on the importance of implementing a routine for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. She also defines “catastrophic reactions” and explains why they happen. Next...
Nov. 2, 2023
Several behaviors that are common with dementia
It is important to understand that as Alzheimer’s disease continues to destroy memory and mental skills, it also begins to alter emotions and behaviors. Approximately 70 to 90 percent of Alzheimer’s patients eventually develo...
Oct. 26, 2023
Understanding Canine Dementia A Surprising Reality
In today's episode, Lisa narrates her very personal story about her beloved dog, Oliver, who was diagnosed with Doggie Dementia when he was about 13 years old. Yes, unbeknownst to Lisa at the time, dogs actually do develop de...
Oct. 19, 2023
Inside Dementia's World A Virtual Tour
In today's episode of The Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa opens a window into the world of what living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia is realistically like for those who are living with it. She shares her...
Oct. 12, 2023
Unlocking Memories with The Power of Music
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. A...
Oct. 5, 2023
The challenges that caregivers face every day
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 ack...
Sept. 27, 2023
When Your Aging Parent Needs Help
On today's episode of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa shares the advice of Dr. Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH, author of the book, "When Your Aging Parent Needs Help" about paranoid symptoms, delusions, hallucinations, and...
Aug. 31, 2023
People with Dementia are Vunerable to Elder Abuse
On today's episode, Lisa brings attention to the fact that seniors who suffer from dementia are more vulnerable to elder abuse than those who are not cognitively impaired. She identifies the various categories of actions towa...
Aug. 24, 2023
Responding to those unexpected behavioral changes (2)
Because there are so many aspects of living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia that are completely unpredictable, Lisa shares some of the behavioral triggers that family members and caregivers should be aware of so...
Aug. 17, 2023
Should there be an age limit for elected politicians
On today's episode of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa sheds light on the topic of our aging politicians, leaders, and political candidates that are consistently trending in the news. Given that age is the number one...
Aug. 10, 2023
Pain in dementia isn't always obvious
On today's episode of The Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, host Lisa Skinner sheds light on how to tell if a person suffering from dementia might be in pain. She explains why pain in dementia isn't always obvious or easy to d...
Aug. 3, 2023
Music Therapy and Alzheimers Patients
Lisa pays tribute to the late Tony Bennett by reminding everyone just how miraculous and powerful music has proven to be for people living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. She shares with her audience a true sto...
July 28, 2023
What are they desperatley trying to tell you
In today's episode 18 of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's show, Lisa goes into depth about how effective communication is key to working with Alzheimer's disease and dementia sufferers. Probably the most difficult challenge for...
July 20, 2023
Caregiver preparedness will be critical (2)
On today's episode 20 - of The Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show, Lisa talks about why caregiver preparedness will be critical to have more positive outcomes in caregiving for those living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia....
July 13, 2023
Type 3 Diabetes and what does that mean
Have you ever heard the term ‘Type 3 Diabetes’ in reference to Alzheimer’s disease? Have you wondered what that even means? In today’s episode of The Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer’s Show, Lisa shares why some researchers are calli...
July 6, 2023
What has triggered your loved ones' behavior
In today's episode 18 of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's show, Lisa goes into depth about how effective communication is key to working with Alzheimer's disease and dementia sufferers. Probably the most difficult challenge for...
June 29, 2023
The Hanna Family want to tell Jack's Story
On today’s episode 17, host Lisa Skinner pays tribute to Alzheimer's Awareness Month (June) by sharing a recently published story about the beloved and world-renowned animal trainer, Jack Hanna, and his recent Alzheimer's dis...
June 22, 2023
The proper way to approach someone with dementia
In today’s episode #16, host Lisa Skinner gives recommendations on effective communication strategies for family members and caregivers to use when interacting with people suffering from Alzheimer's disease and related dement...