The Surprising Gift of Raising Kids While CaregivingWhen I was a kid, I pictured my future 34-year-old self as taller and hopefully more confident, working my dream job, and...reactionscomments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a...reactionscomments
Reduplicative Paramnesia: Is This a Symptom of Alzheimer's?A 70-year-old woman believed that 2 identical houses were located at the same address. She maintained that both homes have the same...reactions1comment
When Is It Time to Go to the Doctor?Getting an Alzheimer's diagnosis isn't easy no matter what your age, but especially when you are under the age of 65. I...reactionscomments
What's in a Name? Struggles with Word RecallI'm going to admit it. It bothered me when Daddy stopped calling me by name. I don't know why. He had lost...reactionscomments
Community Views: What Keeps You Coming Back?AlzheimersDisease.net launched in 2019 to empower the Alzheimer's community, patients, and caregivers to learn, educate, and connect with others about this disease...reactionscomments
Documenting Your Alzheimer's Journey Through PhotographsWhen was the last time you took a photo with your loved one who has Alzheimer's? Scroll through your phone and find...reactionscomments
Is it "Normal" Age-Related Memory Loss or is it Dementia?Senility was a term often used to describe confusion and was believed to be a "normal" process of aging and memory loss...reactionscomments
Sharing Your DiagnosisWhen getting first diagnosed, it is hard to know how and when to share an Alzheimer's diagnosis with others. It is a...reactionscomments
The Tricky Stages of Alzheimer's: Coping with Behavioral SymptomsI remember the first time we went to the neurologist and listened to the doctor explain what mom was recently diagnosed with...reactions2comments
Tips for Finding the Right Assisted Living Facility and HomeMany people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease eventually face the difficult decision of finding an assisted living facility or...reactionscomments
Preparing for Alzheimer's and Getting OrganizedAfter I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, we tried to imagine what we were facing and what our lives would look like in...reactions4comments
The Missing Piece to Your Caregiver RoutineCan I ask something super random? Who here is trying to stay healthy through their caregiving journey? I had about 3 of...reactionscomments
Just Diagnosed with Alzheimer's? Questions to Ask Your DoctorWhile an Alzheimer's diagnosis can be overwhelming, taking control of your care or the care of your loved one is crucial. The...reactionscomments
Andrea Gallant: Being a Dog Mom With Early Onset Alzheimer's DiseaseFor this article, the AlzheimersDisease.net Editorial Team interviewed Andrea Gallant, who has previously shared about her experience being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's...reactionscomments
Finding Yourself After Your Caregiving Journey Ends“I feel like I’m not myself right now. I don’t even know who I am anymore.” Have you ever said these words...reactions1comment
The "D" WordOur house hunt has been long. All the people who hated their houses decided it was prime time to sell, and I...reactions2comments
The Relationship Between Alzheimer's and Alcohol Use DisorderIt is well known that heavy and binge drinking can cause liver cirrhosis. But did you know that there is also a...reactionscomments
Aduhelm (aducanumab) UpdatesEditor's note: Aduhelm™ (aducanumab) was discontinued on November 1, 2024. It was not discontinued due to safety or efficacy reasons. People taking...reactionscomments
Superwoman Syndrome: The Reality of Alzheimer's CaregivingLook up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a… caregiver suffering from Superwoman Syndrome. Can you relate to...reactionscomments
