Timdementiachampion

23/03/2026

Neuroplasticity, also called brain plasticity, is the process were your brain changes due to learning, experiences, and/or injury. Neuroplasticity involves strengthening existing pathways, forming new c***ections, or even shifting functions from one brain region to another. Discover & explore how it interactions with dementia.

What Is Neuroplasticity? Neuroplasticity, which is also known as brain plasticity, is the process by which your brain changes in response to learning, experiences, or injury. This can involve strengthening existing pathways, forming new c***e...

15/03/2026

Cognitive reserve refers to your brain’s ability to adapt & find alternative ways of functioning, even when parts of your brain are damaged or affected by ageing. But what is cognitive reserve, & how do you develop it.

It’s very interesting that some people appear to age with their minds intact while others experience a dramatic slowdown as they age. The brain appears to have a very powerful force within it and has a lot of redundancy built-in – this is known as...

08/03/2026

The way in which the media reports on dementia is crucial. But do they get it right? The media does guide community attitudes; it can influence government policy & impact the lived experience of your loved one with dementia. Today we will review how the media coverages dementia.

The way in which the media reports on dementia is crucial. Both globally and within Australia the media can help shape the public’s perception of dementia. The media does guide community attitudes; it can influence government policy and impact the...

01/03/2026

The lack of insight in dementia is the inability of your loved ones to recognise their cognitive impairments & the reality of their condition, & this often will lead to denial, family stress and challenges in care. Today we will discuss & offer some suggestions that may assist.

If you have a loved one living with dementia you have probably experienced a lack of insight by your loved one. The lack of insight in dementia is very common and refers to the inability of your loved ones to recognise their cognitive impairments ...

22/02/2026

Where do you get your dementia information? Google, Facebook, or social media? In this episode you will discover what to ask yourself when you read online health information.

Where do you get your dementia information? Google, Facebook, or social media?  Internet articles often use eye-catching and often misleading headlines to grab your attention. This is called clickbait and this phenomenon also infiltrates some...

15/02/2026

Theory of Mind is a foundational skill for navigating social situations, but you probably never heard of it. Unfortunately, dementia impacts this social skill which will become compromised & deteriorates over time, & this impacts those involved with dementia care & support.

You probably never heard the phrase ‘Theory of Mind’, but Theory of mind is a foundational skill for navigating social situations.You have it, people around you have it, and your loved one with dementia also has it, but unfortunately their Theory ...

08/02/2026

Dementia can develop anytime across your lifespan & people can develop dementia at different stages of life. By understanding the age groups most affected by dementia this can help with early detection, targeted support, and better planning for care and services.

Dementia can develop anytime across your lifespan. Yes, that’s correct. While it is true that dementia is more common in older adults, and that ageing is the major risk factor of developing dementia, dementia is not a normal part of ageing, a...

20/01/2026

06/01/2026

Welcome to 2026…Series 6 of my Podcast Dementia Demystified start on 26th January. Episodes in Series 1 thru to Series 5 can be listen via the links below. Via Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-demystified-by-tim-england/id1863267561 Via Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/30QRwZqdhPLFIwtPajVncs

21/12/2025

Dementia must be discussed. But it's common for doctors to avoid discussing dementia with clients. Let’s review the reasons behind these reluctance & explore ways to overcome these barriers. These discussions can lead to better outcomes for people with dementia. Cheers, Tim

Early discussion and diagnosis can help individuals and their families plan, access support, and make informed decisions both medical and non-medical. However, it's not uncommon for doctors to hesitate or avoid discussing dementia with their clien...

07/12/2025

Speech Therapists play a vital function in dementia care. They help maintain current abilities for as long as possible, they help find alternative ways to communicate, & they address many other difficulties.

Speech Therapy and Speech Therapists, or Speech Pathologists as they are sometimes known as, enhance communication and Quality of Life of your loved one with dementia.Speech Therapists play a vital function in supporting your loved one with dement...