Managing Alzheimer’s, The joy of sweat

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Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult for everyone involved. A doctor shares six steps for helping our loved ones and feeling hope ourselves. We also learn about why we sweat and celebrate the upsides of perspiration.

Featured in this Show

  • Help for those caring for dementia patients

    Being a caregiver of a loved one with dementia is a difficult job. We talk about different techniques for family members to cope with the cognitive, behavioral and psychological challenges of caring for a dementia patient.

  • What our sweat can teach us about ourselves

    If you’ve ever been concerned or embarrassed about your own sweat, you’re not alone. We talk with a science journalist and former chemist who decided to explore why we all sweat, why we’re so embarrassed by it and how we can take more joy in perspiration.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Dr. Andrew Budson Guest
  • Sarah Everts Guest