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Old age is filled with challenges -- both for the elders in our care and for ourselves: deciding when it's time to stop driving, talking through tough decisions, managing prickly relationships, and more. Understanding these challenges can help you avoid trouble spots and better manage issues.
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How to Talk to the Elderly
Knowing how to talk to the elderly is not obvious. To talk to the elderly effectively, understand that they have their own developmental agenda.
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How to Communicate Better With Someone Who Has Early-Stage Alzheimer's
How to communicate with someone who has early stage Alzheimer's or other dementias. Keep these simple communication techniques in mind.
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Sleep Problems Couples Fight About Most
Many couples struggle with differing sleeping habits: What works for one keeps the other awake. Learn solutions to common couples' sleep problems.
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