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A White Lie or Redirecting Strategies ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
A white lie or therapeutic fibbing can be preferable to the truth for one with dementia. Redirecting the conversation is another strategy.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jan 32 min read
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The Art and Magic of Traditions ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
The art and magic of traditions reflect the new life breathed into them each time we honor them.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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Helping People with Dementia Eat Better ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Mealtimes, eating well and nutrition can be challenging for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers .

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Dec 9, 20243 min read
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Embracing an individual with Alzheimer's -still the same beautiful person. Domenico Pratico' MD, FCCP
Embracing an individual and normal ,post Alzheimer's diagnosis with love and compassion. The individual is still the same beautiful person.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Dec 1, 20243 min read
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Celebrating Olive Tree Day ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD FCPP
Let's celebrate Olive Tree Day - learn more about this ancient tree.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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The Allure of the Stone Pine Trees of Rome ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Learn about the iconic stone pine trees of Rome and learn about their history.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Nov 18, 20243 min read
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Alzheimer's Disease and Reframing Perceptions: The Battle of Our Time ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Despite the exponentially growing numbers of those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease; the battle to reframe perceptions and words we use to

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Nov 12, 20244 min read
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Ultra Processed Fast Foods and their Impact on Brain Health~ by Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Learn about the dangers of ultra processed fast foods to your brain health and overall health supported by scientific research.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Nov 4, 20243 min read
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What is Sleep Apnea?~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Learn more about the condition known as sleep apnea, the different types of sleep apnea: symptoms and therapies What is Sleep Apnea? Â ...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Oct 28, 20243 min read
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How Does Alzheimer's Disease Affect the Brain ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico' - MD, FCPP
How Does Alzheimer’s Disease Affect the Brain? Alzheimer's Disease research suggests the following pathophysiology.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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What is Mixed Dementia? -Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Mixed dementia refers to a patient having more than one type of dementia simultaneously with Alzheimer's - read about diagnosis and therapy

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Oct 14, 20243 min read
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Can Hearing Aids Help Reduce Cognitive Decline and Dementia?-Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Hearing aids helps more than just hearing: scientific evidence suggests brain health benefits and reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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Unraveling Anosognosia: when a patient can't grasp their diagnosis-Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
If a patient with dementia or a brain disorder cannot cognitively grasp a medical diagnosis, it may be anosognosia, a little-known illness.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Oct 2, 20243 min read
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Stroke does not affect only older people -Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Recent statistics reveal that stroke rates among younger adults have surged by over 40% in the past few decades. Despite this alarming...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Sep 23, 20242 min read
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WORLD ALZHEIMER’S DAY - Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
On World Alzheimer's Day - move forward with a message of unity and hope

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Sep 21, 20242 min read
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The Overtaking of Neurological Diseases over Cardiovascular Conditions -Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
A recent study published in "Lancet Neurology" reveals that, as of 2021, more than 3 billion people worldwide were affected by...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Sep 16, 20242 min read
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Dementia Diagnosis: The Challenges-Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Receiving a dementia diagnosis is undeniably difficult, especially since most cases are irreversible and lack a cure. Some forms of...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Sep 11, 20242 min read
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2024 World Alzheimer’s Month: Shining a Light on Alzheimer's - Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
It's been 12 years since September was declared and celebrated as World Alzheimer’s Month, a global initiative aimed at raising awareness...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Sep 2, 20243 min read
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Man’s Best friend and Dementia International Dog Day - Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Man's best friend" is a common name given to domestic dogs, referring to their multi-millennia-long history of close relations, loyalty,...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Aug 26, 20243 min read
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The 6 Pillars of Brain Health - Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Brain health is a state of physiological functioning across various areas such as motion, cognition, sensation, and behavior, which...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Aug 19, 20243 min read
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