by BeWell Penn State Health | Jun 8, 2022 | Topics
Taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can be emotionally and physically taxing. It’s hard to see someone you care about change in so many ways. And it can be physically exhausting for you, especially if you are the primary caregiver. Here are 6 tips to...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Jun 1, 2022 | Topics
If you think you, or a loved one, has Alzheimer’s, a slowly progressive brain disease that affects memory, thinking and behavior, it’s normal to be worried. We’ve broken down the basics to help you better understand the condition, so you can get the help you need....
by BeWell Penn State Health | May 25, 2022 | Topics
Pets play an important role in so many people’s day-to-day lives, keeping them safe, happy, and healthy. Service animals assist people who have disabilities to perform daily tasks and can alert them to a medical emergency. Emotional support animals also provide...
by BeWell Penn State Health | May 18, 2022 | Topics
An estimated 17 million American adults had at least one major depressive episode in 2017, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. If you’re the primary caregiver for one of those millions of people, you’re at risk of becoming depressed yourself. “Be...
by BeWell Penn State Health | May 11, 2022 | Topics
Not only is walking good for your physical health, but it can also do wonders for your mental health, too. Researchers from Canada’s Queen’s University discovered how you walk affects your memory and mood. In fact, your gait can transform your outlook from grumpy to...
