Author Archives: Dr Subodh Kumar

About Dr Subodh Kumar

Dr Subodh Kumar has empowered more than 2,000 students in psychology and computer science, conducted over 3,000 psychological assessments, and guided more than 50 master’s students in their dissertations. His work includes in-depth experience in Dementia Care, Cognitive Function Assessment, and geriatric psychological support—key areas at the heart of VataVriksh Parent Care’s services. With more than 30 research papers published in reputed journals and over 20 articles written for the general public across magazines and online platforms, Dr Kumar is deeply committed to bridging scientific insight with real-world impact. Through collaboration and innovation, he continues to advance scientific knowledge while addressing the evolving needs of elderly parents (seniors) and their caregivers. He has also authored a book "Believe It or Not, But It Happens". Click here to read more.
Feb 01, 2025 | 1745 Views

Art Therapy in Dementia Care

Symptoms like memory loss, fatigue, frequent mood changes, decline cognition and motor abilities are common in old age, especially when associated with dementia. For improvement and as a precaution to these symptoms multiple types of therapy are applied. One of …

Jan 29, 2025 | 1079 Views

Defusing the Myths and Misconceptions About Dementia

Mental health issues are surrounded by number of stigmas and so is dementia. The society is not yet ready to acknowledge the effect and seriousness of these conditions. This also causes lack of knowledge and awareness of these conditions. Which …

Jan 27, 2025 | 1497 Views

How Can In-House Living Improve The Health and Lifestyle Of Your Parents?

Time sure flies by when you take a moment to look at your parents and assume the role of parenting and taking responsibility for things which have been dutifully managed by them all these years. While you run the errands, …

Jan 21, 2025 | 1033 Views

Let’s Take a Step to Prevent Dementia

There are multiple conditions in dementia. There are different forms of dementia, even though Alzheimer’s disease is the most well-known cause. There is Parkinson’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, and vascular dementia. There is no cure for dementia yet, …

Jan 18, 2025 | 1572 Views

Maintaining A Healthy Routine For Your Parents To Live A Sustainable Life

We can all agree that a routine and healthy lifestyle is detrimental for every human being to thrive, and it’s even truer in the case of your humble parents. As the years progress, the body, health and mind all start …

Jan 14, 2025 | 935 Views

A Comprehensive Guide To Memory Care and Its Impact On Generations

Memory and consciousness are the two most important things for humans to live in a civil society, form bonds and relationships, and learn and grow from their experiences. The human brain stores memory in different parts of the brain for …

Jan 05, 2025 | 1750 Views

Dementia and Child-like Behaviours of Elderly Parents: How Love and Patience Make a Difference

“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fence, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” – Maya Angelou As children, we frequently look at our parents as sources of strength, knowledge, and direction. But what happens …

Dec 28, 2024 | 673 Views

How To Balance Between Work Productivity and Caring For Parents With Neurological Conditions?

Health Care professionals working in the neurological field have spent their lives studying and researching the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. Epilepsy, Autism spectrum disorders, Dyslexia, Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc., are some conditions that often need acute care and …

Dec 24, 2024 | 1073 Views

What Are The Fundamental Elements of an Elderly Care Plan?

Elderly family members and parents may be the most loving and caring individuals in the family to you; however, if you look closely enough, they are the most deprived and lonely because of their health and aging situation. Their age …