MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'caretaking'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:37:07 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3581857&cid=t_108885_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FM-DHjXM6q9I%2F The term “co-dependency” was coined more than 20 years ago by authors who studied the negative impact of drug and alcohol use on families. Since then, use of the term has been expanded to include a pattern of psychologically unhealthy behaviors that are learned by individuals as a way of coping with a family environment marked by ignored or denied emotional turmoil. Most people are able to enjoy a sense of healthy, mutual interdependence in their lives. However, people with co-dependency seem to habitually form relationships that are one-sided and emotionally destructive. The central feature of co-dependency is an unhealthy dependence on relationships, usually in an attempt to avoid the feeling of abandonment. Signs and symptoms of co-dependency include: Controlling behavior M... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3581857 Wed, 19 May 2010 18:39:01 +0100 3581857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3137650&cid=t_108885_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F9E99MCwDzMg%2F Of all the behaviours compulsive or addicted to helping can be the most difficult to understand. This is further hindered by the confusing terminology used to describe it. Just as addiction means as many different things to as many people so do terms like co-dependency. We have tried to help clarify the situation by using [...] (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3137650 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 07:14:52 +0100 3137650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3082611&cid=t_108885_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fwhat-is-codependency%2F The term “co-dependency” was coined more than 20 years ago by authors who studied the negative impact of drug and alcohol use on families. Since then, use of the term has been expanded to include a pattern of psychologically unhealthy behaviors that are learned by individuals as a way of coping with a family environment [...] (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3082611 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 04:08:00 +0100 3082611 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2809717&cid=t_108885_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F09%2F19%2F8-survival-tips-for-the-spouse-of-a-terminally-ill-person-an-interview-with-owen-surman-md%2F Recently I had the honor of interviewing Owen Stanley Surman, M.D., a practicing hospital psychiatrist known internationally for his work on psychiatric and ethical aspects of solid organ transplantation. Following the death of his wife, Dr. Surman devoted six years to writer a memoir, “The Wrong Side of an Illness: A Doctor’s Love Story,” which includes a deeply personal and unique view of events both tragic and transcendent. He now lives in Boston with his new wife.   Question: What words of wisdom would you give the spouse of a person struggling with chronic illness or terminally ill? Dr. Surman: Chronic illness and terminal illness have a pervasive impact on how we live our lives and in our sense of identity. Loss of a loved one affects the part of ourselves that... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2809717 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 13:55:18 +0100 2809717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1126278&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F210081356%2F AlzheimersNotes.com    I was excited, after posting What Would You Like to See at Alzheimer’s Notes in 2008, an immediate response from readers.  This gives me a direction to plan with some of my posts for these topics suggested have multiple aspects to them. *How can friends and family members on the fringes of Alzheimer’s help, encourage and react? *Suggestions for balancing caregiving and work. *I’d mentioned desiring more guest posts and already have someone working on one. *How can you help children understand Alzheimer’s? Keep tuned and you’ll be seeing information on these topics and more. What else would you like to see? (c)2008 Mary Emma Allen Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1126278 Wed, 02 Jan 2008 20:32:02 +0100 1126278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=837475&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F151445752%2F Caring for a parent or spouse stricken with Alzheimer’s, a stroke, or some other medical condition  presents a challenge for family members.  Sometimes this is solved agreeably with everyone contributing their share.  In other cases, there is  great deal of controversy, often with one family member providing most of the care. At the San Luis Obispo County website, we learn about Martha and Catherine Talavera, Siblings Take on the Challenge of Caring for Their Ailing Mother.  When their mother, Frances,  experienced several strokes and needed full time care, the sisters responded by changing their lives and all three living in Catherine’s home.  Martha gave up her job while Catherine works full time from her home office.  You can read more about their story, why they d... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=837475 Mon, 03 Sep 2007 02:13:51 +0100 837475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=836461&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F151061114%2F Do you need something light and fun and cheerful for your day?  It doesn’t have anything to do with Alzheimer’s, except that it might brighten your day.  Sometimes we need something simply to give us an uplift and inspiration. When I read Jennifer’s post, 32 Little Green Babies,  at Tree Hugging Family,  a new b5media blog, I thought I simply must share it.  Then I shared, in the comments section, about my family rescuing baby ducklings.  Pets and animals and birds became important in my mom’s life as Alzheimer’s progressed.  She watched birds at our winter feeder.  She was so attached to her cat that we moved it to our home when we moved her, even though my husband said he didn’t want to be bothered by a cat. (He was the one who thought she&#8... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=836461 Sat, 01 Sep 2007 22:30:04 +0100 836461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=698170&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F128159108%2F So many people consider caring for an Alzheimer’s patient a hopeless situation, one filled with saddness and dispair.  Frequently whatever is written or filmed contains the aura of hopelessness.  I’m glad there’s an increasing awareness of Alzheimer’s and it’s devastation to family members, victims, and society.  However, I like people to realize that, since we can’t, at this point in time, stop or ignore Alzheimer’s, it’s possible to find joy…both for the patient and yourself. “Joy!” you say.  “She’s nuts!”  It was frustrating, it was tiring, it was often sad caring for Mother and Auntie.  However, we did experience laughter and joy.  We all learned to look beyond the tears to the trumphs, beyond t... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=698170 Tue, 26 Jun 2007 19:46:23 +0100 698170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=676623&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F124568462%2F Stress, frustration, discouragement all contribute to the life of an Alzheimer’s caregiver, along with those glipmses of joy and bursts of humor that find their way into the day, too.  Liz, in her post, How Stressed Are You from Caring for an Alzheimer’s Patient?, gives us resources for dealing with caregiver stress. Sharing with others, hearing about their experiences, and looking at Alzheimer’s care from their viewpoint also helps us when we think we can’t go another day.  I enjoy so much, Kathy’s stories, at her KnowItalz blog, about the lighter side of caring for her dad with Alzheimer’s.  I know I had to look for the humor in situations with my mom and aunt for all of us to get through our days.   I wish I’d had Kathy to correspond with ... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=676623 Wed, 13 Jun 2007 18:04:44 +0100 676623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=550409&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F109910946%2F As I read the stories at the Living Through Windows site Liz mentioned, I realized how thankful I was that Mother and Auntie also had caregivers in nursing homes who cared about them.  This section about the caregivers at the Third Floor Phillips reveals how much the caregivers care and the understanding they have for patients with this disease. Tasha Hamm mentions:  “You don’t remember the bad days.  You remember the little miracles, the windows, the amazing things that happen.  I hope I give them the same care someone would give my father if he was here.  I hope they can feel, in some way, that sense of love.” As I think about Mother and Auntie’s care, I realize so many of their caregivers felt the same way for them and the other patients.  Even though the ... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=550409 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 01:28:13 +0100 550409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=513084&cid=t_108885_137_f&fid=35353&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmartinac.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F03%2Fmore-assisted-living-giant-hurdle-after.html "More Assisted Living"Giant hurdle: After packing last night, today we moved my mother's furniture and possessions into her room at Westminster Place and set them up. She herself goes to stay on Monday morning.It's been a jam-packed couple of days, with Mom alternately sobbing, seemingly uncontrollably, and then swiftly snapping out of it, a bit of a Jekyll-and-Hyde transformation. She has also been uncharacteristically eating a lot, probably out of nervousness at seeing some of her things packed up. This morning, she ate a bowl of cereal at 9:30, then a ham and cheese sandwich a little after 11:00, then a hard-boiled egg sandwich and an oatmeal bar an hour after that. We didn't stop her - eating kept her occupied while we were getting everything squared away for "Dudes Who Move," the two ... Dementia Blues blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=513084 Sat, 03 Mar 2007 23:21:00 +0100 513084