Neither Superheroes, Nor Angels
When we talk about dementia on this podcast, we are often talking about its most common cause: Alzheimer's disease. However, dementia has many causes, and among the most prevalent after Alzheimer’s is Lewy Body Disease. Though it can share similarities with Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) has distinct symptoms and challenges that can complicate diagnosis, treatment, and caregiving.
On the season 3 finale of the Age of Aging, we explore Lewy Body Disease and its impact on caregivers and families.
We begin with a clip from the documentary Facing the Wind, which follows two caregivers as they navigate caring for their husbands with Lewy Body Disease. Then, Co-Host Terrence Casey shares his reflections on a live Q&A following a screening of the film in Philadelphia. Finally, Dr. Jason Karlawish provides a deeper insight into Lewy Body Disease, its significance in the world of aging research, and what it reveals about caregiving today.
Resources
Find an upcoming screening of Facing the Wind
Learn more about Lewy Body Dementia
National Institute of Health booklet on Lewy Body Dementia
More resources on Lewy Body Dementia Association website