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...reactions2comments
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...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...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...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...reactionscomments
Mom Struggled With Decision-Making as a CaregiverIt is so easy to sit in judgment of the decisions others make - too easy. People try their best to do...reactions2comments
Reducing Blood Pressure to Prevent Alzheimer’s: Results From a Recent StudyBlood pressure and the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia have been linked together before. Recently there have...reactionscomments
Making the Transition to Alzheimer's CaregiverGetting an Alzheimer's diagnosis from a loved one is generally distressing to the entire family. Alzheimer's disease is a chronic mentally and...reactionscomments
Alzheimer’s Care Resources: Help and Support Through ProgressionAsking for help is not an easy thing to do, especially as we get older. We are taught to learn to do...reactionscomments
Grief Can Look Different for EveryoneLosing someone you love can be one of the most difficult life events you will ever have to deal with. It can...reactionscomments
Making the Most of Alzheimer's Caregiving at HomeCaring for someone you love who has Alzheimer's is a big step that can be both rewarding and challenging. There are many...reactionscomments
SundowningFor caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease, the later afternoon and evening can be a very challenging time. Many people with Alzheimer’s...reactions5comments
Finding Qualified Care for Alzheimer's: Tips and Navigating the ProcessIf you or someone you love has Alzheimer's disease you may find that, at some point, you need some extra help in...reactions1comment
Who Are You? (Part Two)It is so painful to watch your loved one leave you. Even more so when you have been married for over 60...reactionscomments
Grieving the "Loss" of a Loved One with Alzheimer’sAlzheimer's is a disease that affects the entire family. It is a chronic, progressive neurological condition characterized by problems with memory, thinking...reactionscomments
What's the Link Between Dementia and Age-Related Macular Degeneration?Both age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, are linked to the aging process. Researchers have been increasingly wondering if...reactionscomments
Unrecognizable: Who Are You?Alzheimer's is a very sad disease. It is sad for the person with it and all the loss that accompanies it. It...reactionscomments
What's the Link Between Dementia and Air Pollution?Although a variety of factors may cause dementia, scientists have been looking at a somewhat unexpected possible variable: air pollution. Several studies...reactionscomments
Is it Alzheimer's, Dementia, or Something Else?All forms of dementia are not the same. There are many types of brain diseases or conditions that cause cognitive impairments in...reactions3comments
