Dementia represents a syndrome, or collection of symptoms, associated with the gradual deterioration of brain function ...

During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by neuropsychologist April Krowel as “a constellation of symptoms rooted in confusion ...

There are plenty of reason you might feel off in the late afternoon and evening. Maybe you’re mentally wiped after socializing all day, or your brain is fried from hours of work. If you got up early, ...

During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by neuropsychologist April Krowelas “a constellation of symptoms rooted in confusion ...

As daylight fades, many people with dementia experience a troubling shift in their behavior known as sundowning. This phenomenon, affecting up to 20% of Alzheimer‘s patients, brings unique challenges ...

Experts have warned that a "distressing" sign of dementia may appear during the evening hours. This phenomenon, known as ...

Dear Carol: My husband has Alzheimer's. We get by fairly well for most of the day, but he gets agitated late in the afternoon and acts as if he's searching for something or someone. The doctor said he ...

Dear Carol: My dad is in mid-stage Alzheimer’s and dealing with his late-day anxiety is driving me to the edge. For most of the day, as long as I remember what I’ve learned about caring for someone ...

The total solar eclipse Monday afternoon may cause confusion and anxiety for patients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. The sudden darkness will activate behavioral changes known as sundowning ...

SALT LAKE CITY — Close to 7.5 million older adults in the U.S. live with Alzheimer's disease or some other form of dementia. And while most people may see the clock change overnight Nov. 2 as a chance ...

There are plenty of reason you might feel off in the late afternoon and evening. Maybe you’re mentally wiped after socialising all day, or your brain is fried from hours of work. If you got up early, ...