Dementia in younger people: similar but different S2, EP-10
In many ways dementia in younger people is similar as in older age, however there are differences the GP needs to consider. Hilton, Steph and Marita meet with Professor Amy Brodtmann to discuss the similarities and differences in the identification and post-diagnostic care of younger onset dementi…
Talking Neuropsychology: to refer or not to refer S2, EP-9
Neuropsychology assessments are often thought to be a necessary component of making a dementia diagnosis but Professor Sharon Naismith returns to talk with the team about the role of the neuropsychologist and how and when they can assist GPs in the diagnosis and post-diagnostic care of people livin…
Dementia in first nations peoples: research, practice and partnerships S2, EP-8
Dr Eddy Strivens meets with the team to discuss his research work in the Torres Strait Islands and the specific needs of first nations people living with dementia. SHOW NOTES: Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status (TICS-m) Administration and Scoring Manual:https://d1vhafmemgbnf1.clou…
Social Prescribing: Optimising quality of life for people living with dementia S2, EP-7
Social and community connections provide invaluable support to people living with dementia. Professor Dimity Pond joins Hilton, Steph and Marita to discuss how GPs can utilise social prescribing strategies to optimise the quality of life for people living with dementia. SHOW NOTES: Tele…
Sleep Matters Part 1 S2, EP-6-2
Part 2 of the 2 part Sleep Matters episode. Professor Sharon Naismith and the team explore sleep and sleep disturbance in people living with dementia. SHOW NOTES: Dementia Australia Providing support, information and services for people living with dementia, carers, family and health professi…
Sleep Matters Part 1 S2, EP-6-1
In the first of this two part episode the team talk with Professor Sharon Naismith to discuss the importance of good sleep and the impact that poor sleep can have on cognition, health and wellbeing. SHOW NOTES: Dementia Australia Providing support, information and services for people living wi…
Looking at Residential Aged Care: Living the best life possible S2, EP-5
The team meet with dementia consultant Jason Burton to discuss what can be done to support the person with dementia live their best life possible. SHOW NOTES: Dementia Australia Providing support, information and services for people living with dementia, carers, family and health profession…
Driving and dementia: Who's in the driver's seat? S2, EP-4
A person with dementia continuing to drive is often a challenging and sensitive area for GPs to navigate. Occupational Therapy Driving Assessors are ideally placed to assist GPs in this. In this episode the team talks with Matt Underwood, OT Driving Assessor, who discusses driving assessments and …
Living well with dementia: Heckle and Jeckle Part 2 S2, EP-3.2
In this second part of episode 3 talking Dementia Podcasters Heckle and Jeckle expand on their personal experiences living with Early Onset Dementia and provide some fascinating insights, both professionally and personally for the GPs. Laugh, cry and learn from these wonderful ladies as they share …
Respect, dignity and autonomy: What they mean for people living with dementia S2, EP-3.1
People with dementia often report experiencing a loss of respect, dignity and autonomy. In this two-part episode the team talk with Talking Dementia Podcasters Heckle and Jeckle, two health professionals who have both been diagnosed with Early Onset Dementia. Heckle and Jeckle talk with the team a…