Carrie's Diagnosis Story: From Darkness to Acceptance...In this interview, community member, Carrie, shares her experience being diagnosed with Alzheimer's, coping with her new diagnosis, support, and advice for others diagnosed with this disease. Before my diagnosis...reactions4comments
Caring for My Mother with Alzheimer’s: What Has Helped...Hello everyone, I wanted to share my experience caring for my 82-year-old mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease three years ago. Before the symptoms appeared, she suffered a stroke...reactions4repliesTips & AdviceCaregivingDiet & Nutrition
The Impact of Routine Disruptions...I was working on this article when Hurricane Helene came roaring through the south. I don't live where the hurricane came in, but the area I live in is close, and...reactionscomments
I Wrote This To Help Others After Losing My Father to a long battle with Alzheimer's......It is not acknowledged nearly enough, but it is the loved ones of those with Alzheimer's who bear the greatest burden, and often care for them at the expense of...reactions1replyAwarenessCaregivingCoping
How do you manage adequate fluid and nutrition with someone who sleeps 16 or moore hours each day?...Alzheimer's person wakes around 9 or later, then requires about 90 minutes to get dressed and ready for the day. A nap usually follows before lunch and definitely one after...reactions3repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
Caring for My Caregiver Post-Op...On December 27th, my husband, who is my caregiver, had a large cancer tumor removed from his left leg. He was left with 2 wounds one from from the surgery...reactions1comment
What Is the Difference Between Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus and Alzheimer's?...Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) and Alzheimer's disease are both conditions that cause dementia. Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental abilities. NPH and Alzheimer's disease can have...reactions1comment
OCD type behavior ...My 55 year old daughter with downs syndrome has started to copy words phrases from any things she gets her hands on. She also empties her bureau drawers full of...reactions2replies
How do you navigate doctor appointments with your loved one? ...It's common for medical appointments to be fast-paced and overwhelming, particularly when caring for someone with dementia. Have you ever faced challenges with medical staff not recognizing you as the...reactions1replyTips & AdviceHealthcare TeamCaregiving
Caregiving Culture Shock...According to Webster's Dictionary, culture shock is defined as a sense of confusion and uncertainty sometimes with feelings of anxiety that may affect people exposed to an alien culture or...reactions6comments
What do you do if your loved one with dementia exhibits sexually inappropriate behaviors?...Hypersexuality is a possible symptom of dementia that is especially hard to deal with. It can make spouses and other loved ones feel embarrassed, anxious, and scared and affect both...reactionsrepliesCaregivingTips & AdviceIntimacy & Relationships
Caregivers and family interactions...Any other caregivers feel like the family members don't understand exactly what this disease does to their love one....reactions1replyTips & AdviceCaregivingDementia Types
First learning about diagnosis ...Talk to your love one about what they expect from you as it progress. They may not want you to do suffer trying to take care of them. I talked...reactions1replyTips & AdviceCaregiving
Finding the Right Support Group...If you are a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s you might find a support group good for you and for your loved one. Finding the right support group can be...reactions2comments
Coping Through the Holidays After Losing a Loved One to Alzheimer’s...The holidays used to be the most wonderful time of the year for me and my mom. We made it into a whole vibe! Holiday movies on repeat, Mariah Carey...reactions2comments
What articles have you shared?...If you have shared articles with others from AlzheimersDisease.net, what were they, and why did you decide to share them?...reactionsrepliesResources
Christmas Moments, Not Memories...Christmas time is extremely challenging, chaotic, and full of surprises! All of the lights, smells, music, and events can put a lot of stress on your loved one with Alzheimer's!...reactions9comments
None of the Symptoms Mentioned...My wife has none of the symptoms you mentioned. Started out 8 years ago with MCI. Was in Biogen study with IVs for several years for AD? Thank goodness her...reactions3replies
The Journey of Love and Loss in Dementia...Debby came from a home that exudes distrust, paranoia, and criticism. She was determined to be a nurse and accomplished that achievement and became a very skilled surgical nurse. She...reactions2comments
