brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Care for caregivers
Caring for people with dementia is stressful and demanding, and caregivers may become depressed and exhausted, often neglecting their own mental and physical health. The following measures can help caregivers (see table Caring for Caregivers ): Learning about how to effectively meet the needs of people with dementia and what to expect from them:Caregivers can get this information from nurses, social workers, organizations, and published and online materials. Seeking help when it is needed:Caregivers can talk to social workers (including those in the local community hospital) about appropriate sources of help, such as day-care programs, visits by home nurses, part-time or full-time housekeeping assistance, and live-in assistance. Counseling and support groups can also help. Caring for self:Caregivers need to remember to take care of themselves. They should not given up their friends, hobbies, and activities. 