Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias in Women

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Sherrie All, PhD Related seminars and products

Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness

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Sherrie All, PhD, is a neuropsychologist and an engaging speaker and writer whose expertise in the principles of neuroscience, functional neuroanatomy, and diagnostics give her a unique insight into the correlation between mental health disorders, therapeutic approaches, and what happens to the brain itself.

Dr. All is the owner of the Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness where she combines her strong background in CBT with mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing and dynamic interpretations to help her clients manage depression, stress, anxiety, mental illness and cognitive challenges. A trained neuropsychologist who received her PhD from Rosalind Franklin University, she also brings her detailed understanding of the brain to uniquely address the needs of people with traumatic brain injuries, dementia, and other conditions.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Sherrie All is the owner of Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness. She receives royalties as a published author. Sherrie All receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-Financial: Sherrie All is a member of the American Psychological Association. the Illinois Psychological Association, and the International Neuropsychological Society. She serves on the American Society on Aging editorial review board.

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Objectives

1. Assess how the manifestations of each type of dementia impacts identification and prognosis.
2. Investigate how non-verbal communication skills can help professionals identify meanings behind gestures when working with patients who have dementia.
3. Determine how patient safety can be enhanced with strategies to redirect wandering and manage paranoia.

Outline

• The number one risk factor for dementia  
• Dementia vs. Alzheimer's - what's the difference?  
• The latest research on dementia in women 
• What we know about prevention 

• Smart communication strategies – avoid arguments and get down to business 
• Three things you should never do when talking to a person with dementia 
• Causes of and solutions to challenging behaviors  
• Innovative communication tools you can use when communication becomes difficult or slows to a stop 

• Two ways to assess for a hidden cause of challenging behaviors 
• Sundowning — How to prevent it from happening and handle it when it does 
• These five signs indicate a patient might be at risk for wandering — Here's how to spot them 
• Hallucinations vs. delusions vs. schizophrenia — How do you tell the difference? 
• Paranoia management strategies 

Target Audience

• Athletic Trainers
• Chiropractors
• Exercise Physiologists
• Occupational Therapists
• Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Personal Trainers
• Physical Therapists
• Physical Therapy Assistants 
• Physicians 
• Physician Assistants
• Strength and Conditioning Coaches