Beth, just wanted you to know I am thinking about with love-Lewy-Body is so rough to deal with for both the afflicted and their loved ones. My dear friend had it-just wanted you to know I care.
Also a dear friend ‘s husband this week ... Sisters , hear our prayer for healing, patience , and remember the day we met ‘him ‘ how the hearts beat fast. So much this life takes toll , remember the happy moments , the peace ,stability. My DIL just sent a loving prayer for the next 24 hours , us to meditate on , hold each other. Stay the course. 🫶 Thank you Jen, Beth
EDIT: we all know that anyone's faculties diminish with age. What the G.O.P. overlooks here is the value of experience. The situation is analogous to an ageing baseball pitcher. His primary pitch is a fast-ball. By the age of thirty or thirty-five at most (without steroids), that fast-ball has lost its edge and now can be whacked into a Star Trek episode. So, the great pitchers develop other pitches, like change-ups or knuckle-balls, to remain winners.
Here, the question is not the binary one of whether or not President Biden's mind is as quick as it was twenty or more years ago but whether he has expanded that mind with wisdom and other traits like magnanimity. Of course, all of this talk of wisdom remains lost on the dominant voices of my erstwhile Party; they know not what wisdom is. Narcissists or bullies rarely do.
My daughter (who notoriously disrespects my mental capacity) blithely told me the other day that both are too old and demented to earn her vote. I told her not voting for Biden is a vote for Trump. I also pointed out that even though I'm slower in all ways than I was x years ago, it doesn't mean I'm slow. It's all relative. She says that because she lives in Texas it's a moot point. She's right about that.
I am somewhat sympathetic with your daughter. I would have preferred President Biden to step aside as he is frail. As to your mental capacity, I can say only one thing: ¡KIDS! She appreciates you, already, or will appreciate you, imminently, I am sure. After the performance of President Biden and Democrats on the Judiciary Committee over the past ten days to two weeks, I have little hesitation anymore in voting for the Democratic ticket this autumn.
Dr. Bob -- speaking as a neurologist, what is your opinion about trompy's apparent symptoms (mispronunciations and other word gaffes, physical stance, etc.)?
They certainly appear to be concerning but difficult to be sure without a formal examination (which I would happily offer to him free of charge :-) I would like to see how he does over the next 6 months. Speech, including word-finding and comprehension, are often affected in a progressive fashion, so It would be very concerning if his difficulties worsen (hopefully we'll see something before December!)
A formal debate between Biden and Trump in September or October would be very interesting!
Gigi, I’m laughing about ‘I could do 5 minutes before nausea and/or anger’ because you would certainly last longer than me! I feel as if my entire being will explode in about 30 seconds: 🎵The sounds of flushing toilets is rump’s accompanying music.
I eat that shit up, pun intended. I can't get enough of that scumbag stumbling over words, unable to click two coherent thoughts together. shuffling onto the plane trailing toilet paper off his bone spurs.
Even if he doesn't have any neurological disorder, he has no bidness in the white house. Even when he walked and talked without impairment he was a lying cheating bigoted scumbag.
Honestly, I sincerely doubt that Trump could make that debate, given the mental state he is in. He certainly can’t answer any questions about really anything other than his willingness to be king and the authoritative ruler. Besides, Joe would eat him for dinner and then spit him out.
I agree (40 years in anesthesia seeing various forms of pre-op dementia and post-op of delerium). Aren't these politicians practicing medicine without a license? Performing HIPAA violations by releasing medical "information" without patient permission? Making blanket medical choices that affect millions and giving medical diagnoses are not within their "scope of practice". Maybe the various medical boards or the AMA ought to consider a class action law suit?
My understanding is tha Frederick (Fred) Christ Trump had cognitive problems as early age 85 nine (9) years before his death in 1994. At a 1985 meeting of the 5 children, including Maryanne & Donald, of course, Maryanne said to"Dad has dementia".
Per a September 2020 WAPO article 3 of the children challenged Fred Sr's Will including Donald, of course, & their are existing deposition transcripts. Botton line, Fred Sr. received an Alzheimer's diagnosis in 1991. before his death 3 years later.
I realize cognitive decline is a complex area scientific research. I am also aware of the on-going 'SHIMMER" study that lists the Study's factors such as "TIAs" transitory ischemic attacks". I would appreciate your comment.
LAST QUESTION I PROMISE: Are you the "Dr. Bob" I supported in Michigan for election to Congress. Respectfully. Bryan
I’ve been a neurologist for over 35 years and I’ve seen lots of patients with dementia.
And very clearly to me, Joe Biden is not demented.
My husband has Lewy Body Dementia and we both wondered years ago about drumpf.
And I agree, Joe Biden is not demented.
Beth, just wanted you to know I am thinking about with love-Lewy-Body is so rough to deal with for both the afflicted and their loved ones. My dear friend had it-just wanted you to know I care.
Also a dear friend ‘s husband this week ... Sisters , hear our prayer for healing, patience , and remember the day we met ‘him ‘ how the hearts beat fast. So much this life takes toll , remember the happy moments , the peace ,stability. My DIL just sent a loving prayer for the next 24 hours , us to meditate on , hold each other. Stay the course. 🫶 Thank you Jen, Beth
I'm sorry you're going through that awful disease with your husband.
Beth, my heart goes out to you and your husband—one day at a time ☮️💟
MY heart is with you and your husband, Beth. ❤️
I am fifteen years his junior and I may be more 'demented' than President Biden. Ooops.
Unlike tRUMP and his buddies, at least you admit it.
🙂
EDIT: we all know that anyone's faculties diminish with age. What the G.O.P. overlooks here is the value of experience. The situation is analogous to an ageing baseball pitcher. His primary pitch is a fast-ball. By the age of thirty or thirty-five at most (without steroids), that fast-ball has lost its edge and now can be whacked into a Star Trek episode. So, the great pitchers develop other pitches, like change-ups or knuckle-balls, to remain winners.
Here, the question is not the binary one of whether or not President Biden's mind is as quick as it was twenty or more years ago but whether he has expanded that mind with wisdom and other traits like magnanimity. Of course, all of this talk of wisdom remains lost on the dominant voices of my erstwhile Party; they know not what wisdom is. Narcissists or bullies rarely do.
My daughter (who notoriously disrespects my mental capacity) blithely told me the other day that both are too old and demented to earn her vote. I told her not voting for Biden is a vote for Trump. I also pointed out that even though I'm slower in all ways than I was x years ago, it doesn't mean I'm slow. It's all relative. She says that because she lives in Texas it's a moot point. She's right about that.
I am somewhat sympathetic with your daughter. I would have preferred President Biden to step aside as he is frail. As to your mental capacity, I can say only one thing: ¡KIDS! She appreciates you, already, or will appreciate you, imminently, I am sure. After the performance of President Biden and Democrats on the Judiciary Committee over the past ten days to two weeks, I have little hesitation anymore in voting for the Democratic ticket this autumn.
I love that name
Thanks Dr. Bob. Agreed
Dr. Bob -- speaking as a neurologist, what is your opinion about trompy's apparent symptoms (mispronunciations and other word gaffes, physical stance, etc.)?
They certainly appear to be concerning but difficult to be sure without a formal examination (which I would happily offer to him free of charge :-) I would like to see how he does over the next 6 months. Speech, including word-finding and comprehension, are often affected in a progressive fashion, so It would be very concerning if his difficulties worsen (hopefully we'll see something before December!)
A formal debate between Biden and Trump in September or October would be very interesting!
I think a lively game of Jeopardy with categories Ethics, Civics, World Leaders, Constitution, and Porn Stars would be very telling.
Hah! Love the porn stars category!
We can certainly watch tfg for signs. I could do 5 minutes before nausea and/or anger. Hopefully some of you can last longer. Good explanation here shared by Kathy. https://www.salon.com/2024/03/01/like-someone-pulled-the-metaphorical-plug-dr-john-gartner-on-accelerating-dementia/
Gigi, I’m laughing about ‘I could do 5 minutes before nausea and/or anger’ because you would certainly last longer than me! I feel as if my entire being will explode in about 30 seconds: 🎵The sounds of flushing toilets is rump’s accompanying music.
I saw a great meme: a MAGA hat floating in water and the title, "Sometimes you have to flush twice."
I eat that shit up, pun intended. I can't get enough of that scumbag stumbling over words, unable to click two coherent thoughts together. shuffling onto the plane trailing toilet paper off his bone spurs.
Every bit as entertaining as Scarlett Johannsen.
Even if he doesn't have any neurological disorder, he has no bidness in the white house. Even when he walked and talked without impairment he was a lying cheating bigoted scumbag.
Honestly, I sincerely doubt that Trump could make that debate, given the mental state he is in. He certainly can’t answer any questions about really anything other than his willingness to be king and the authoritative ruler. Besides, Joe would eat him for dinner and then spit him out.
But traitor trump surely is. It will become more apparent as the year progresses.
I agree (40 years in anesthesia seeing various forms of pre-op dementia and post-op of delerium). Aren't these politicians practicing medicine without a license? Performing HIPAA violations by releasing medical "information" without patient permission? Making blanket medical choices that affect millions and giving medical diagnoses are not within their "scope of practice". Maybe the various medical boards or the AMA ought to consider a class action law suit?
Thank you Dr. Bob.
My understanding is tha Frederick (Fred) Christ Trump had cognitive problems as early age 85 nine (9) years before his death in 1994. At a 1985 meeting of the 5 children, including Maryanne & Donald, of course, Maryanne said to"Dad has dementia".
Per a September 2020 WAPO article 3 of the children challenged Fred Sr's Will including Donald, of course, & their are existing deposition transcripts. Botton line, Fred Sr. received an Alzheimer's diagnosis in 1991. before his death 3 years later.
I realize cognitive decline is a complex area scientific research. I am also aware of the on-going 'SHIMMER" study that lists the Study's factors such as "TIAs" transitory ischemic attacks". I would appreciate your comment.
LAST QUESTION I PROMISE: Are you the "Dr. Bob" I supported in Michigan for election to Congress. Respectfully. Bryan
Nope
I love all neurologists particularly at UCSF.
As an RN/BSN, I worked with many dementia patients and wholeheartedly agree with Dr. Bob.
Dr Bob, you’re a neurologist … and you use the word DEMENTED to describe someone?!!
I’m more than gobsmacked. I’m disappointed.
Well, he was using the Donald Trump/Hur dictionary of Medical terminology published by Dell comics
Good one, Will. Forward by Ronnie Jackson?
Is dementia not still the correct term? If so, demented would be the proper adjective. That others use it improperly isn’t reason to discard it.
In the disability rights world I’m told it’s best to put the person first. So it would be - Biden is not a person with (or suffering from) dementia.
Thanks for the clarification.