Episode 36

Navigating the Complexities of Brain Disease


In the most recent installment of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's, host Lisa Skinner delves into the unexpected facets of brain disease that can seemingly emerge unexpectedly. Many listeners may find themselves unaware of these elements, prompting Lisa to coin them as the "hidden or secret faces" of brain disease.


Through poignant narration, she shares two profoundly personal stories, using each narrative to illuminate surprising behaviors associated with these often-overlooked aspects of cognitive health. Skinner's insightful exploration not only sheds light on these hidden dimensions but also underscores the complexities of living with and understanding brain diseases.


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Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease. Lisa is both a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is also a certified dementia care trainer through the Alzheimer’s Association. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.
Her latest book, “Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s – Its Secret Faces” continues Skinner’s quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease. Her #1 Best-seller book “Not All Who Wander Need Be Lost,” was written at their urging. As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and offering workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease. Lisa Skinner has appeared on many national and regional media broadcasts. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice for how to respond.