Dr. Meuser speaks about legacy beliefs in aging at a TEDx event at the Missouri University of S&T in 2017.
Because you have questions! Many factors impact on health, wellness, and function in advancing age. Questions about memory, mental acuity, decisional capacity, mood, personal capabilities (e.g., driving fitness), care needs, vulnerabilities, strengths, wishes, etc., are common and yet also highly individualized. Dr. Meuser can help put such questions into context for you and your care partners.
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"My father is showing signs of dementia, but his primary care doctor isn’t sure what kind. His personality has changed the most. He seems to have lost his filter and says awful things. What might be causing this?”
"My doctor suggested neuropsychological testing for my wife. She's having trouble managing the household and seems more forgetful. What does this entail? How can it help?"
"I'm an introvert by nature, but I worry that I am too isolated these days and want to explore options for connection. I've been feeling rather anxious lately too. I hate feeling so alone."
“Chronic health challenges have me down. I can barely walk without losing my balance. Am I depressed? My son thinks I am and keeps asking me to move closer to him. How can I feel better?"
“I am worried about my mother in Maine. I live 500 miles away and only see her a few times per year. She’s not seemed herself on the phone in recent months. Her neighbors are worried about her. I’d really appreciate a professional opinion on her wellness.”
"My mother is having difficulty getting words out. She also uses the wrong words Her primary care doctor said she has aphasia. She seems to understand me, especialy when she can also read my body language. What could be causing this?"
"My wife encouraged me to contact you. She says I am different since my stroke last year. She feels like she must keep tabs on me all the time now. I don't think I need such monitoring, but I know I am not feeling myself. What can you offer?
"We are facing something of a crisis and unsure what to do next. I am the primary caregiver for my wife with dementia. We've been managing at home together pretty well until now. I need some guidance.