Wednesday, August 21, 2019
If you're caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you already know the job is not an easy one. But when stress rises to the surface, it will be more difficult for you to care for your loved one, and yourself. To help, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America reminds everyone about the importance of managing stress for good brain health."It's super important to make managing stress one of your top priorities, particularly when you are juggling many different responsibilities," says Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., President and CEO of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. "Too much stress can affect sleep, appetite and productivity, and, of course, impacting your ability to be at your best for those you are caring for in your life."
The Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) offers the following 10 simple reminders for managing stress:
1. Maintain a positive attitude.
2. Acceptance is key—all you can control is how you react to a situation.
3. People can't help if they don't know there is a problem—be honest and open with your feelings.
4. Relax–taking time to breathe is important.
5. Get moving–exercise reduces tension and stress.
6. Take it one day at a time–if it's not an emergency situation, do not turn it into one.
7. Sleep is important—a good night's rest keeps us functioning at our best.
8. Eat a balanced, healthful diet full of fruits, vegetables and water.
9. Set realistic goals and go slow—life is not a race; it's a journey.
10. Be social and have fun!
Source: Alzheimer's Foundation of America
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