Family & Relationships

I'm experiencing some of the unexpectedly positive aspects of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

Every woman needs a friend like Rhoda Morgenstern, the beloved roommate from the "Mary Tyler Moore Show." Here are 5 indisputable reasons why.

After decades of respecting Mom and Dad, it isn’t easy to wrap your head around the idea of parenting your parent. Use these coping strategies to get you through trying times as you and your loved one accept your new roles.

The number of multi-generational households is likely to double over the next few years, according to a recent report. Adult children often struggle when deciding whether their elderly parent(s) should move in with them.

Everyone has an emotional calendar that influences how they feel about and approach certain times of the year. Awareness of these connections can allow you to break negative emotional patterns and develop and promote positive ones.

The longer you spend caring for someone, the more likely you are to experience negative emotions like resentment and caregiver guilt. Use this simple technique to help you prioritize positivity, self-care and flexibility on stressful days.

Power of attorney forms are a crucial part of planning for future health care needs and financial decisions, but it is important to understand how these legal documents can be drafted and the effects they can have on family relationships.

Women with multiple children may have a preference for which of their offspring will act as their caregiver when they get older. A study finds that older women experience heightened levels of stress when cared for by a child who isn't their first choice.

It is a common belief that seniors would prefer to move in with their children as their needs grow. However, the challenges of multigenerational living make the decision to live with an adult child's family difficult for all involved.

Celebrate the spirit of Mother's Day by realizing that the sainted ideal of motherhood is a myth. No one is perfect, and gaining insight into your mother's childhood may inspire you to move on with your own life.

It can be hard to know what the proper gift is for an aging relative or elderly loved one. Stop agonizing and enjoy the process of giving a gift to an elderly someone you love. What matters is the giving.

Personal connections are affecting family caregiving. Caregivers prefer to take care of people who took care of them.

Caring for two elderly loved ones while keeping your relationships strong. Caregiving changes your relationships forever.

Recording your elders stories, family recipes and photographs is a great way to honor your family, keep memories alive and create a family legacy for future generations.

Adults can learn valuable lessons by listening to what kids have to say about coping with their grandparent's Alzheimer's Disease.

When a senior develops dementia, it impacts their whole family—even the youngest members. Use these tips for talking to kids about Alzheimer’s disease.

Apathy, depression, and anxiety are some of the personality changes associated with the first signs of dementia.

Family caregivers persevere and wake up every day to face new challenges. Why? Because they care.

Healthy, two-way communication can help family members understand and interact with one another more effectively. Use these tips to improve communication with a senior.

Telling family that an elderly parent has Alzheimer's Disease is a hard discussion to have. Here are some tips that can help caregivers break the news.