I Am More Than My Diagnosis: A Year in ReviewAs this community and our sister communities grow, one universal truth is clear: people are more than just their diagnoses. As 2019 comes to a close and a new year...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease-Related Dementia: What's the Difference?As we or our loved one's age, we may be prone to memory loss and confusion. These problems can be due to many different underlying conditions that affect the brain...reactions23comments
Clinical Trial Consent Forms: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both potential risks and benefits. While informed consent frequently...reactionscomments
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Alzheimer's DiseaseThe number of people being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is growing. More than 6 million Americans age 65 and older are living with the disease. But there are disparities (differences)...reactionscomments
Caregivers: Take Happiness, Let Go of the RestAlzheimer’s disease is a dire diagnosis. The word “dementia” sparks joy in absolutely no one. Sadness, aggravation, depression, and hopelessness can often accompany both. It’s not easy to keep pulling...reactionscomments
Sharing Lasting Memories, Even With DementiaOn an early spring afternoon in April 2008, our family welcomed a photographer and newspaper journalist into our living room. They had visited us a few days earlier to talk...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources...reactionscomments
Christmas Without Daddy: Dealing with Holidays After Losing a ParentNo one can ever quite explain how hard loss is to someone who hasn’t been there. If you haven’t lost a parent, you don’t quite know the pinch, ache, and...reactionscomments
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Participating in a Clinical TrialMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's Progression: Coping with Changes in LanguageThey say it's best to start at the beginning. That's what Glinda the good witch said anyway. My first experience with being aware of dementia was when I, along with...reactions2comments
10 Ways Caregivers Emotionally Support a Loved OneCaring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be an exceptionally stressful and emotional journey for both the caregiver and the person with Alzheimer's. If you are a caregiver...reactions2comments
Link Between Nature & Alzheimer's: My Memories Through NatureOne of my earliest memories with my grandmother is of us placing peanuts along the railing of her deck and waiting for a bluejay to come. I was always so...reactionscomments
When to Consider Assisted Living with Alzheimer's DiseaseIf you are a loved one or caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's disease, you may face a difficult decision about when to place your loved one in an assisted living...reactionscomments
Where Did Dad Wander To?Dad has always lived in the house I grew up in. To be more specific, Dad grew up in the house I grew up in. His parents owned the house...reactionscomments
Emotional Challenges of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Results From Our SurveyAlzheimer’s disease is not an easy diagnosis to accept. For many, it brings fears and challenges, which is only natural given that so much of Alzheimer’s means dealing with uncertainty...reactionscomments
Alzheimer’s & Diabetes—Is There A Connection?I am a person with diabetes, type 2 to be specific. As far as I’m aware, I am the first to have Type 2 in my family. There is a...reactionscomments
Living With Alzheimer’s: What to Expect on the JourneyAnyone affected by Alzheimer’s disease knows how challenging and debilitating it can be, especially as the condition advancesreactions2comments
Family Members Who Walk AwayDid you know... There are some who abandon their family members when a diagnosis of Alzheimer's is given? I was horrified when I was told this. I would not have...reactions1comment
Common Symptoms of Alzheimer's: Calming Dad's Anger and AgitationI knew very little about how to calm a person with Alzheimer's who was agitated. I knew Dad was agitated a lot. I assumed it was because he was losing...reactionscomments
What Do You Fear Most About Alzheimer's?From the moment we first recognize the symptoms in ourselves or our loved ones, it's difficult not to fear what lies ahead on the path of Alzheimer's. It's a topic...reactionscomments
