Relic (2020) & Dementia

Published: May 25, 2021, 3 p.m.

Relic tells the story of the effects on a family when one of its members starts suffering from Dementia. A horror film that's unsettling and heartwrenching. Ghouls discuss how the house symbolizes Edna's mind, why Kat refuses to investigate spooky hallways, and Gabe shares a personal experience of a caretaker caring for someone with Dementia.

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Sources in this Episode:
\n\u2018Our hearts beat in unison\u2019: Maryland family learns to cope with dementia
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Dementia: Symptoms, stages and types
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'It feels like a horror film': New dementia dramas 'Falling,' 'Supernova' aim for truthfulness over tears
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Lifestyle Interventions Provide Maximum Memory Benefit When Combined, May Offset Elevated Alzheimer's Risk Due to Genetics, Pollution

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Ways to Help/Get Help:
\nAlzheimer's Help Line
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7 ways to be a mental health ally
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behavioral health crisis intervention services
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Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)

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