What feelings come up in reaction to FDA-approved therapy?...This week the FDA approved a therapy for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. This site covered the basics in this post (https://alzheimersdisease.net/treatment/aduhelm)...reactions1replyTreatment
Alzheimer's and the Big Screen...Anthony Hopkins recently won an Oscar for his betrayal of a gentleman with Alzheimer’s disease in the movie "The Father." Several years...reactionscomments
Interview With Steven Barbieri: Diagnosed With Early-Onset Dementia at 51...For this article, we interviewed Steven Barbieri. Steven is an AlzheimersDisease.net community member who is sharing what it is like to be...reactionscomments
[DO NOT PUBLISH] Aduhelm (aducanumab)...Editor's note: Aduhelm™ (aducanumab) is being discontinued in 2024. It is not being discontinued due to safety or efficacy reasons. People who...
Observe Brain Disease Awareness Month...In June, we observe Brain Disease Awareness Month. I can think of no better way to bring about awareness for Alzheimer’s and...reactionscomments
Practicing Patience: Alzheimer's and the Importance of Empathy...If I had a nickel for every time I snapped at my mom during the early stages of Alzheimer's, I would be...reactions2comments
Your Loved One Can Still Have a Meaningful Life with Alzheimer's...When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, everything changes. Their life as they once knew it is gone. They are...reactions3comments
Living with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease: Andrea's Story...For this article, we interviewed Andrea Gallant. Andrea reached out on Facebook to share about her journey with early-onset Alzheimer's. What was...reactionscomments
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month Puzzle Giveaway!...We are celebrating Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month with a special puzzle giveaway! Puzzles are a great way to exercise your brain...reactions6comments
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month: Raising Awareness...June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month! We are very excited about the added attention that is given to Alzheimer's education and...reactionscomments
The Most Ignored Answer to the Most Asked Question: Dementia Types...As someone living with Alzheimer’s, I have had the good fortune to tell my story to a lot of people. I have...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month...What is everyone doing for Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month? Are you participating in walks / runs? Are you advocating in any...reactions2repliesAwareness
My Mom's Alzheimer's Taught Me to Appreciate the Little Things...Before my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, I never took the time to appreciate all of the beautiful little things life has...reactionscomments
Memories, Mental Health, and Miscommunication Part 1: My Daughter's Graduation...My roles as Mom to twenty-somethings, wife going on thirty-something years, and daughter for fifty-something years often has me caught squarely in...reactions1comment
Moving to a New Home With Alzheimer's Disease...What was I thinking? My mom was happy. She was content. Her surroundings were familiar. What am I doing moving her across...reactionscomments
3 Ways to Connect with Your Nonverbal Loved One...One of the hardest things to deal with during my mom’s Alzheimer’s battle was when she became nonverbal in the last few...reactionscomments
It's All In the Notes: Music That Brings Memories...The other day I was explaining to my partner why I am such a huge fan of Bob Seger. Slight pause for...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's Stigma and Finding Support...Growing up, I remember my mother making small Christmas trees out of styrofoam balls and toothpicks. She dipped them in green paint and...reactions1comment
Alzheimer's Is Like a Box of Chocolates......We can picture Forest Gump sitting on that park bench, saying to no one in particular, “Life is like a box of...reactionscomments
Home Modifications for Alzheimer's Disease...Many caregivers prioritize keeping a loved one with Alzheimer's at home. The challenge becomes keeping your loved one safe in their home...reactionscomments
