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Paula Spencer Scott

Paula Spencer Scott is the author of more than a dozen books, including Surviving Alzheimer's: Practical Tips and Soul-Saving Wisdom for Caregivers, a series of interactive journals and health/family guides with doctors at Harvard, UCLA and Duke. Her latest is When Your Aging Parent Needs Help with Dr. Leslie Kernisan. A longtime journalist and former Woman's Day columnist, she's also an Alzheimer's, caregiving, and brain-health educator.

A woman standing outside in front of a mountain range. Next Avenue, meno-potbell, menopause body changes

The Menopause 'Meno-Potbelly' — Myth or Fact?

Or: What’s happening to my belly and what can be done about it? A mortified health writer investigates.
October 19, 2021
Patti Davis as a child, and her father, Ronald Reagan. Alzheimer's

Patti Davis on Ronald Reagan's Alzheimer's: 'His Soul Can’t Be Sick'

Insights from the new book by former President Reagan’s daughter, based on her years running a support group for dementia caregivers
September 24, 2021
Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2021. Next Avenue

A Roundup of the Latest News From This Year's International Alzheimer's Conference

Researchers looked at the impact of COVID-19 on the brain and the mental health of long-term care residents, plus potential therapies and ways to boost clinical trial diversity
July 30, 2021
An older adult at the doctor's office. Dementia, Alzheimer's, cognitive screenings, Next Avenue

Detecting Dementia: Whose Job Is It, Anyway?

The case for adding dementia detection to the primary care wheelhouse
July 2, 2021
Doctor with an older patient. Dementia, Next Avenue, AARP

What You (and Your Doctor) Don’t Understand About Dementia Might Hurt You

A new dementia survey finds stigma and misperceptions all around
June 24, 2021
Analog clock on wall with floral wallpaper, body clock, Next Avenue

What to Know About Your Body Clock Before You 'Spring Forward'

Daylight saving time, age and other factors mean you may want to take these steps
March 11, 2021
Group of four people holding hands and laughing, dementia, Alzheimer's, Next Avenue

The New Awards Program to Help Alzheimer’s Families

Inspired by personal need, the founder of Maude’s Awards champions innovators
March 3, 2021
Black nurse visits patient during home care visit, disparities, dementia care, Next Avenue

The State of Alzheimer’s 2021: Stress, COVID-19, Disparities and Racism

A new Alzheimer’s Association report echoes the past year’s themes
March 2, 2021
A father and his adult daughter walking together outside, caregiver, Next Avenue

The Best Mindset for Helping an Aging Parent

This excerpt from "When Your Aging Parent Needs Help" recommends being clear about what your role is — and isn’t
February 23, 2021
Woman helping man with his jacket, dementia, Mayo Clinic, Next Avenue

Outdated Myths About Dementia That It's Time to Discard

The updated Mayo Clinic guide tackles misconceptions about the condition
January 27, 2021
crossword, brain health, Next Avenue

Protecting Your Brain Health During the Pandemic

Our guide to working around the current challenges to cognitive fitness
November 3, 2020
Lynda Everman and Kathy Siggins, the forces behind the Alzheimer's stamp

Meet the 2 Women Behind the Stamp to Stamp Out Alzheimer's

A tale of what motivation and persistence can do
October 5, 2020
Jason Resendez shaking hands with Congresswoman Donna Shalala (D-FL)

The New Brain Health Center Focused on Racial Disparities

By 2030, half of all Americans living with Alzheimer’s will be Black or Latino
August 25, 2020
Woman with pan in kitchen

A Neuroscientist’s Prescription for a Brain in Menopause

During this time, the brain is going through a transition and it needs support
May 27, 2020
Brain
Opinion

OPINION: My Case for Getting Dementia Testing

Why I want to know if I have cognitive impairment
May 12, 2020
woman consulting with physician

Why Worrying About a Cognitive Test Leads to Poorer Performance

Memory researchers say the old and young experience memory lapses
March 19, 2020
Couple roller skating and laughing

Noted Neuroscientist: Change Your Personality for Better Aging

Certain personality traits can help prevent cognitive and physical decline
February 13, 2020
Heart Disease

The Link Between Cancer and Heart Disease

A growing awareness has led to the rise of 'cardio-oncology'
December 12, 2019
Carmen Saperstein, left, 70, who has Alzheimer’s disease, poses with professional comedian Angela Dirksen of Laughter On Call in Los Angeles.

When Dementia Is a Laughing Matter

A Los Angeles company pairs comedians with dementia patients for 'comedy care'
November 4, 2019
Gym

Gymtimidation: How I Got Past My Fear of Working Out

The right gym, the right trainer and other tips can help you succeed
May 13, 2019
PTSD

Why It's Important to Treat PTSD at Any Age

Many people live through decades of suffering without treatment for trauma
April 29, 2019
Brain Health

A Look at Luxury Resorts That Now Offer Brain Health Programs

What this writer experienced during a week at one of the resorts
April 3, 2019
Brain Health

Our Brains Need Exercise, Too

Learn the ways you can have a positive effect on your cognitive health
February 6, 2019
Caregivers

5 Calming Techniques for Caregivers

When it begins to feel like too much, follow these simple tips
August 17, 2018
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