Is It Possible to Live with a Positive Outlook Despite Diagnosis?

The idea that some people can stay positive after receiving a dementia diagnosis seems surprising to many, yet when faced with adversity we have only two choices — make the best of what is in front of us, or live with negativity. No one is suggesting that living with a positive outlook after being given a diagnosis for any serious disease is easy, but negative thinking is risky for your overall health, while positive thinking has health benefits. Read the full article on HealthCentral to learn more about ways to stay positive after an Alzheimer's diagnosis: Carol is the Candid Caregiver Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesThere Are Many Types of Dementia: Alzheimer's Is Only One of ThemDealing With Understandable Resentment of Family Members Who Don't Pitch InSurprising Moments of Clarity: What Those Glimpses Into Someone Living With Dementia Can Mean 
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