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Dementia and Hallucinations ~~~~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
A hallucination is an experience of something that does not exist, a perception of something in the absence of an external stimulus that has qualities of a real one. It can involve any of our five senses, and for this reason we can divide hallucinations into five groups: Visual hallucinations – seeing flashing lights, people, animals or objects. Auditory hallucinations – hearing voices or footsteps. Olfactory hallucinations – smelling things such as smoke or perfume Tactile

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jul 264 min read


Vaccines & Alzheimer's Disease ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico' MD, FCPP
Usually when we think of a vaccine, we imagine a substance that is administered to stimulate an individual's immune response to a...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jun 24, 20254 min read


Mitochondrial Abnormalities Are Among the Earliest Changes in Alzheimer's Disease ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico' MD, FCPP
Mitochondria are vital to brain health. Research indicates that abnormalities a among the earliest indicators of Alzheimer's disease.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jun 16, 20254 min read


2025 Alzheimer's Disease Facts & Figures ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico' MD, FCPP
Overall, the report unveils in the 2025 facts and figures the tremendous burden that Alzheimer's disease and dementia poses on the individuals affected, the caregivers, the government and the nation's health care system.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
May 6, 20252 min read


Anxiety or Concerns about Visiting a Friend with Dementia? ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Do you have anxiety or concerns about visiting a friend with dementia? Ask questions and reach out before you go to make it meaningful.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Feb 24, 20253 min read


Tau protein, Phospho-tau protein, and Alzheimer's Disease ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Read this blog by Dr. Domenico Pratico' to learn about tau proteins, phospho-tau proteins and how they relate to Alzheimer's disease.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Feb 9, 20253 min read


Caregiver Burnout ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Caregiver Burnout is not a reflection of how much you care about the person with the disease. Burnout is normal and your health is critical.

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Feb 3, 20253 min read


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 3, 20252 min read


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


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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