Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys a person’s memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. Following a diagnosis, a person with Alzheimer’s or a loved one may have questions about…
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Did you know that Thanksgiving is also National Family Health History Day? Many people worry that if a family member has Alzheimer’s, then they will, too. Having a family history of Alzheimer's disease does not mean that you will develop…
Communication can be difficult for people with Alzheimer's and related dementias, here are a few things you can do to help make communication easier.
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. Continue reading to learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms.
When living with Alzheimer's or dementia, daily tasks that once seemed easy can become a challenge. Adopting these helpful habits now can help with everyday activities later:
Scientists continue to unravel the complex brain changes involved in the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease. It seems likely that changes in the brain may begin a decade or more before memory and other cognitive problems appear. This four-minute video,…
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Being active and getting exercise may help people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias maintain a healthy weight and have regular toilet and sleep habits. If you are a caregiver to a person with dementia, consider exercising together to make…
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Dementia is the loss of thinking, remembering, reasoning, and behavioral abilities to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. Read NIA’s Alzheimer’s…
People with Alzheimer's disease need to be active and do things they enjoy. Plan activities that the person with Alzheimer's enjoys in your daily routine, and try to do them at a similar time each day. He or she can…
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Alzheimer’s disease disproportionately affects individuals with Down syndrome. In fact, estimates suggest that 50% or more of people with Down syndrome will develop Alzheimer’s disease as they age. Adults with Down syndrome typically begin to show symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease…
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