Relationships and Communication

Gain insight into how family caregiving affects relationships and how improving communication reduces stress.

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What is elderspeak, and how does patronizing speech hurt?
ByChris Jones April 24, 2025August 27, 2026

Think talking slowly and calling grandma “sweetie” is harmless? Research says elderspeak can backfire in ways caregivers don’t expect.

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How to Give Healthy Hugs as a Family Caregiver
ByChris Jones April 17, 2025August 5, 2026

Healthy hugs can be a powerful caregiving tool when they are given with consent, timing, and care. Here’s how to make hugs feel supportive instead of awkward.

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How to Use Healing Hugs to Lower Stress Levels
ByChris Jones April 14, 2025June 24, 2026

What if the most effective stress relief you have isn’t in your medicine cabinet — it’s in your arms? Read what science says about healing hugs.

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