as part of my thesis, working in a clinic was one of the requirements, and throughout the countless sessions of "role-play" with my colleagues about the assessments that are being used, today i finally understand that what was practiced cannot prepare you for the actual thing.
A simple assessment for cognitive impairment, can be extremely difficult for them, even the knowledge of simple items and basic tasks can be very difficult for them. The role of the caregiver is constantly tested and tried with every decline.
When i saw an actual example today, it totally hit me off guard while my cantonese language was tested ( and as usual its so so so so badddddddd!!) After i have completed my assessment, my heart wrenched so bad, and imagine a short simple test like this was already so difficult, then how about daily tasks? in my heart i really wanted to tell the caregiver how much i felt for him, and i cant imagine how much difficulty has had to go through everyday, having to prepare himself that the person is caring for will one day forget who he is one day.
It is shocking to see how something so common and minor can make such a big impact in other people's lives. So, start early today, will be the best prevention.
To prevent dementia here are some tips:
1. Eat more fish ( Omega-3's )
2. Memory Excercises ( Majong, puzzle games, for mental stimulation)
3. Green Tea
4. Tumeric Powder ( Found in Curry)
and those who are facing these issues, i feel for you! But always remember that there are support groups available for you, and small groups for people facing the same issues. Always remember that you are not alone in this fight. Take it as a challenge for yourself, as studies have shown that there are still positive outcomes in not-so-good situations! Be positive and u will get it through!
A simple assessment for cognitive impairment, can be extremely difficult for them, even the knowledge of simple items and basic tasks can be very difficult for them. The role of the caregiver is constantly tested and tried with every decline.
When i saw an actual example today, it totally hit me off guard while my cantonese language was tested ( and as usual its so so so so badddddddd!!) After i have completed my assessment, my heart wrenched so bad, and imagine a short simple test like this was already so difficult, then how about daily tasks? in my heart i really wanted to tell the caregiver how much i felt for him, and i cant imagine how much difficulty has had to go through everyday, having to prepare himself that the person is caring for will one day forget who he is one day.
It is shocking to see how something so common and minor can make such a big impact in other people's lives. So, start early today, will be the best prevention.
To prevent dementia here are some tips:
1. Eat more fish ( Omega-3's )
2. Memory Excercises ( Majong, puzzle games, for mental stimulation)
3. Green Tea
4. Tumeric Powder ( Found in Curry)
and those who are facing these issues, i feel for you! But always remember that there are support groups available for you, and small groups for people facing the same issues. Always remember that you are not alone in this fight. Take it as a challenge for yourself, as studies have shown that there are still positive outcomes in not-so-good situations! Be positive and u will get it through!
