The Amyloid Cascade Hypothesis and Alzheimer's Disease...John Hardy and Gerald Higgins published their amyloid cascade hypothesis in 1992. Amyloid is a protein that is normally found in our...reactions3comments
Firearm Safety and Dementia...If you or a loved one has Alzheimer's or dementia, you may have considered safety issues. These include driving and changes to...reactions5comments
Coping with an Alzheimer's Diagnosis...There is no easy way to say it. When your doctor tells you that you have Alzheimer’s disease, you may feel overwhelmed...
Aduhelm (aducanumab) Updates...Editor's note: Aduhelm™ (aducanumab) was discontinued on November 1, 2024. It was not discontinued due to safety or efficacy reasons. People taking...reactionscomments
Occupational Therapy, It Helps...Occupational therapy? Honestly, I had no idea what in home occupational therapy was. My mother-in-law has benefited greatly by her physical therapist...reactions1comment
Creating Memories: Implementing Hands-on Activities With Dignity...While it has been 2 years since my father's passing, I recall vividly navigating his care. His days and nights traveled in...reactions6comments
Going Back Home: Ups and Downs...We recently took a long drive back to Buffalo to see our old home and friends. I packed a week's worth of...reactions1comment
Caregiver Self-Care: The Key to Avoiding Burnout...You have probably heard airline staff tell you that, in the event of an emergency, you should place your own oxygen mask...
The Things I Do for the Love of Sleep..."Shh. Be vewy vewy quiet..." I'm trying not to wake a wanderer. Real talk? Caring for someone with Alzheimer's is very interesting...reactions6comments
Tapping Into the Nuances of Nonverbal Communication...The eyes have it! One of the first things that you learn in acting class is the difference between being in front...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocate: Joy and Purpose Despite Alzheimer's...All too often, an Alzheimer's diagnosis leaves a person feeling isolated, alone, and scared. Our health leaders considered the question, "What if...reactions1comment
Sleep Issues in Alzheimer’s...Alzheimer’s can impact sleep. Sleep issues can happen at any stage of Alzheimer’s disease. Changes in how much and how well you...
Middle-Stage Symptoms of Alzheimer’s...Alzheimer’s disease is broken into 3 stages: early, middle, and late. Middle-stage Alzheimer’s is typically the longest stage. It lasts for many...
Late-Stage Alzheimer’s Symptoms...Alzheimer’s disease has 3 stages. Late-stage Alzheimer’s is the final one. Symptoms become severe. The person with Alzheimer's eventually loses the ability...
Symptoms of Alzheimer’s...Alzheimer’s disease destroys cells in the brain, called neurons, and their connections. It mostly targets the memory areas of the brain. This...
I am a Millennial Caregiver of Color to Both Parents...Hello! I am a 27-year-old Asian American that is in school full time, working part-time, and a caregiver to both my mother...reactions3comments
Special Populations Affected By Alzheimer's Disease...Within the patient population of Alzheimer’s disease, there are certain populations that may warrant extra attention or research, or are worth noting...
Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s Disease...There is no single reason people develop Alzheimer’s disease. For each person who has it, there are a variety of factors at...
Music and Art Therapy for Alzheimer's and Dementia...Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder. It affects memory, thinking, and learning and is the most common form of dementia. Symptoms worsen...reactions1comment
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Alzheimer's Disease...The number of people being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is growing. More than 6 million Americans age 65 and older are living...reactionscomments
