In today’s episode, Lisa discusses information presented by The Alzheimer’s Society of Canada’s research program that sheds light on a current program that claims to reverse Alzheimer’s disease, despite a lack of evidence that it works. Additionally, Dr. Reza Hosseini Ghomi, MD, MSE. Dr. Ghomi, who is a Neuropsychiatrist, a 2X Best-Selling Author, and an expert on dementia, who has diagnosed over 1000 dementia cases throughout his career, also shares his own independent facts about the exact sam...
Aug 13, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 122
In today’s episode, Lisa discusses information presented by Dr. Reza Hosseini Ghomi, MD, MSE. Dr. Ghomi is a europsychiatrist, and a 2X Best-Selling Author, who is also an expert on dementia. Having diagnosed over 1000 dementia cases throughout his career, he shares with us what he observed after visiting 47 nursing homes over the past year, and why almost every one of them that he visited, he found to be failing the dementia patients. Listen to this episode to find out the details of what he sa...
Aug 06, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 121
In today’s episode, Lisa discusses information presented by Dr. Reza Hosseini Ghomi, MD, MSE. Dr. Ghomi is a Neuropsychiatrist, and a 2X Best-Selling Author, who is also an expert on dementia. Having diagnosed over 1000 dementia cases throughout his career, he explains to us why 40% of those dementia diagnoses were 40% preventable. Lisa shares this crucial information with her audience today as to what Dr. Ghomi says, “Is what those patients wished they had known.” You don’t want to miss this in...
Jul 30, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 120
In today’s episode, Lisa discusses an article explaining what Neurocognitive Disorder means. Being that it’s a general term that describes decreased mental function due to a medical disease other than a psychiatric illness, Lisa attempts to unscramble the puzzle for you. She breaks down the subcategories that Neurocognitive Disorders fall into, the various causes, the symptoms to watch for, what exams and tests are available to determine if someone has a Neurocognitive Disorder, treatments that ...
Jul 23, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 119
We’re revisiting this episode because its insights remain as powerful and relevant today as when it first aired. This episode of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s features part two of host Lisa Skinner’s discussion of person-centered approaches to care. Lisa discusses reminiscence therapy, an innovative caregiving approach that involves discussing memories and past experiences with a person by utilizing prompts such as photographs or music to evoke memories and stimulate conversation. Reminiscence t...
Jul 16, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 118
We’re revisiting this episode because its insights remain as powerful and relevant today as when it first aired. In this episode of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's, host Lisa Skinner discusses the person-centered approach to Alzheimer's and dementia caregiving. The person-centered approach allows loved ones to retain dignity and autonomy by focusing care plans on the individual's needs rather than on the symptoms of the disease. Lisa covers the four principles of a person-centered approach which w...
Jul 09, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 117
In today’s episode, Lisa sheds light on how actor and singer, Kris Kristofferson, was misdiagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and treated for three years, when he was actually suffering from Lyme disease. She shares the details of the story behind it, including what symptoms he was displaying before, during, and after the Alzheimer’s diagnosis and what led to testing him for Lyme disease. According to Lisa Meyers, Kristofferson’s wife, his doctors didn’t even think to test for Lyme disease until h...
Jul 02, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 116
In today’s episode, Lisa talks with her special guest, Mr. Bill Walters, of Perfectly Imperfect Families. Before Bill became an advisor, he cared for his mother who suffered from dementia, caused by both Lewey Body Disease as well as Alzheimer’s Disease. With no long-term care coverage in place, and being an only child, he had to do everything himself – keeping an eye out, cooking meals, cleaning up after her, setting up rails so she wouldn’t fall. When she passed away, he made a promise to hims...
Jun 25, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 115
In today’s episode, Lisa shares the Alzheimer’s Association’s recent announcement about the FDA approving the first simple blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. This announcement marks a significant step in Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis. Find out the details and what this finally means for earlier detection. You definitely won’t want to miss this important episode! Additionally, Lisa discusses the top 10 challenges that individuals face with Alzheimer’s disease to help family members an...
Jun 18, 2025•18 min•Season 1Ep. 114
What you don’t know about living with sleep apnea could really be hurting you. It could even end your life! And, surprisingly, many people who have this common condition are not even aware of it. Today, Mr. Kirk Huntsman joins Lisa to discuss, in depth, what everyone needs to realize about sleep apnea and why it’s such a potentially dangerous condition to live with. Is it possible you could have it, but not even know? Lisa and Kirk will share key information to help you identify some of the tell...
Jun 11, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Take a trip down memory lane with us as we revisit our favorites episode. Enjoy! Have you ever heard the term confabulation in dementia? Lisa explains what confabulation is and how it differs from delusions and intentional lying in people living with dementia and other conditions. Don’t miss this very important episode! Some of the highlights include: What exactly is confabulation? Why it’s important to understand what confabulation is and how to recognize it. How to distinguish between confabul...
Jun 04, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 112
There is no question that caring for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia can be extremely challenging. But what if I shared with you my 30+ years of dementia care training strategies and techniques that could make your caregiving experience a lot less stressful and much more harmonious? Wouldn’t that absolutely change your world for the better? Well, it is possible to achieve more positive outcomes for our family members and caregivers as well as the individuals livi...
May 28, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 111
There’s a new study that has recently been published suggesting that metabolic syndrome increases the risk of dementia diagnosis before age 65. In this episode, Lisa shares the details of the key findings of this study, including, how you might be able to reverse metabolic syndrome through healthy habit changes, based on what the study revealed, and how the revelations apply to real life. You definitely won’t want to miss this eye-opening episode! Mentioned Resources: Eating Well Magazine writte...
May 21, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 110
In today’s episode, Lisa, along with her special guest, Mr. William C. Heckman, discusses how the profound and sustained stress experienced by caregivers of individuals with dementia can significantly impact their physical and mental health, often leading to a range of adverse health conditions. Some discussion centers around how the caregiving role is characterized by emotional strain, physical exhaustion, social isolation, and financial burdens, all of which contribute to heightened levels of ...
May 14, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Lisa explains why people who do not maintain good quality sleep will consequently be at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, based on the findings in a new study that she shares on today’s episode. Some of the topics covered include what happens in the brain during deep sleep and why it’s so important; how much sleep a person actually needs per night; what deep sleep really is and isn’t, and much more. Additionally, Lisa shares the findings from another new study that investigates th...
May 07, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 108
In today’s episode, Lisa’s special guest is Ken D. Foster, author of the book, “The Courage to Change Everything” Ken is known for empowering audiences to tap into their courage to become more powerful, effective, and productive in order to change their lives for the better. This ideology aligns perfectly with caregivers and family members to offer strategies to help conquer and manage the overwhelm of a dementia journey. Ken addresses some of ways that we can best acknowledge and ignite our inn...
Apr 30, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 107
In today’s episode, Lisa announces a life-changing treatment that has recently been approved by the FDA for treating Parkinson’s Disease. She shares an article published on April 5, 2025 in the San Francisco Chronicle that details this remarkable new device for managing the uncontrollable movements that accompany PD. This is a game-changer for those who live with Parkinson’s! You don’t want to miss this important episode! Mentioned Resources: Bay Area patients among first in U.S. to receive Park...
Apr 23, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 106
In today’s episode, Lisa welcomes two special guests, Dr. Ethelle Lord and Mr. Bill Pemberton. Dr. Lord is the founder of the International Caregivers Association (ICA) and creator of a revolutionary and transformational approach to dementia care called the Transactional Dementia Intelligence Model (TDI). The discussion revolves around the realization that this transformation lies in a simple truth: compassionate partnership in dementia care isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s an essential to have,...
Apr 16, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 105
In today’s episode, Lisa welcomes her guest, Susan Otten, who shares her extraordinary story of resilience and courage after both her parents were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease only years apart from one another, and then, with her husband’s diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease at the young age of 51. Lisa and Susan discussed valuable insights along with hope, based on Susan’s experiences, to help others who may also be contending with a similar situation. You don’t want to miss this inspiring e...
Apr 09, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 104
In today’s episode, Lisa discusses approaches that family members and caregivers can take to help yield positive outcomes for those living with dementia by promoting engagement, comfort, and well-being. Lisa offers a variety effective tips and proven strategies that can turn negative responses into positive and meaningful experiences for your loved ones. You don’t want to miss this valuable episode! About the Host: Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer’s dise...
Apr 02, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 103
In today’s episode, Lisa discusses a topic that affects each and everyone of us, often without conscious awareness. Stress has been dubbed the “silent predator”, and can wreak havoc on our bodies and minds, leading to a host of health issues. Lisa sheds light on stress triggers, types of stress, the physiological and psychological impacts that stress has on us in our everyday lives, and much, much more. She will also uncover the relationship between stress and Alzheimer’s disease. Through unders...
Mar 26, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Take a trip down memory lane with us as we revisit our very first episode. Enjoy! Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s – The Podcast is a collection of stories, caregiver tips, proven solutions for caregivers and insights on how to navigate the heartbreaking challenges of having a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Everyone has a story about Alzheimer’s. It’s time to start the conversation about Alzheimer’s and stop treating it like it’s only “Family Business.” In this episode of...
Mar 19, 2025•18 min•Season 1Ep. 101
The complexities of dementia extend beyond medical concerns, profoundly influencing family dynamics and relationships. In today’s episode, Lisa discusses how family dynamics interfere with relationships in families dealing with dementia, offering specific examples of many of the conflicts that may arise as well as strategies for navigating these inevitable challenges. You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode! About the Host: Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise i...
Mar 12, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Living with dementia! It’s not just about memory loss and confusion. It impacts nearly all of our cognitive functions, including language skills, notable changes in personality, mood, the ability to reason, the ability to use to use sound judgment in decision making, vision changes, a diminished sense of smell, trouble multitasking, and completing familiar tasks, depression, and many, many more. Caring for someone with dementia is a deeply compassionate act, but it also comes with many unexpecte...
Mar 05, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Lisa shares more real-life case studies from her 30 years of experience working with people living with dementia that highlight common behavioral challenges that often accompany this condition on a day-to-day basis. In this episode, Lisa describes a variety of different challenges and situations that are so common to dementia along with intervention strategies and positive outcomes that caregivers can use with their everyday struggles. You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode! About the ...
Feb 26, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Lisa shares an interview between Catherine Taylor, writer, and Professor Matthew Kiernan, a neurologist and expert in neurodegenerative diseases, discussing the ways in which dementia could conceivably become a controllable disease. They discuss the 14 known risk factors and other conditions you need to be aware of so you can potentially reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by following what his research has uncovered. You don’t want to miss this enlightening episode! About the Hos...
Feb 19, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 97
How many times have we all asked that question over the years? Especially if it has touched us personally. In today’s episode, Lisa shares an eye-opening article written by Dr. Donald Weaver, Professor of Chemistry and Director of Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, University of Toronto, who addresses that very question. Dr. Weaver is a neurologist and a researcher who studies Alzheimer’s disease and tells us that he shares in the frustration and anger of people and families ...
Feb 12, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Have you heard of Reminiscence Therapy? On today’s episode, Lisa discusses in detail what reminiscence therapy is, how it is used, and why it’s a game changer for creating a higher quality of life for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Because Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia pose significant challenges for everyone involved, understanding the benefits of reminiscence therapy and how it leverages the power of memory recall to stimulate cognitive function, how it ...
Feb 05, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 95
On today’s episode, Lisa discusses how Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia present a complex array of behavioral challenges that significantly impact the quality of life for the individual’s who’ve been diagnosed, their family members, as well as their caregivers. She explores the multifaceted nature of these behavioral expressions, including agitation, aggression, social withdrawal, and paranoia, just to mention a few, through true case studies that she has created based on her 30 years of...
Jan 29, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 94
On today’s episode, Lisa shares the most detailed and comprehensive article she has found to date titled: Alzheimer’s: Are Newly Approved Drugs Making a Real-Life Difference? After a lull of nearly 2 decades, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finally approved new medications for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease for the first time since 2021. The approval has sparked both hope and disappointment as the questions are answered as to whether or not these drugs are truly making a differe...
Jan 22, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 93
