The Connection Between Head Injury, Brain Injury, and Alzheimer's...Everyone touched by Alzheimer's, whether it's directly or by virtue of having a loved one with it, knows that Alzheimer's is a disease of the brain. The brain deteriorates. As...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sources for Finding Professional Help with Alzheimer's...Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be a full-time job, even if you're lucky enough to have the help of family and friends. Thankfully, there are people in the...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Just Me and 10,000 of My Friends: Walk to End Alzheimer's...November 10, 2019, came and went. With it, another Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer's is in the history books. And I have to tell you, this is one we are...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What's the Story with Napping and Alzheimer's?...You hear one day that daytime naps are good for your health. Then, the next day, you hear that daytime naps are problematic. Discussions about nighttime sleeping and daytime napping...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Alzheimer's Disease...Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia and makes up 60-80 percent of dementia diagnoses. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, or know someone who has, here’s a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ted Rall...Ted was previously an advocate on AlzheimersDisease.net. Editorial Cartoonist Ted Rall became nationally known for his work during the 1990s, when he synthesized the multiple-panel dialogue-focused format of newspaper comics...
Helpful Resources for the Alzheimer’s Community...When receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis for yourself or your loved one, it can feel overwhelming to figure out what resources you may need and where to begin accessing information. Below...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Kerri MacKay...Kerri MacKay first engaged with people living with Alzheimer disease and dementia when she volunteered as a nursing home recreation assistant in high school. In 2019, over a decade later...
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...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Clinical Trial Consent Forms: Understanding Your Rights & Responsibilities...Informed 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 with the disease. But there are disparities (differences)...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Caregivers: Take Happiness, Let Go of the Rest...Alzheimer’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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sharing Lasting Memories, Even With Dementia...On 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Each 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Christmas Without Daddy: Dealing with Holidays After Losing a Parent...No 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Participating in a Clinical Trial...Making 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer's Progression: Coping with Changes in Language...They 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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
10 Ways Caregivers Emotionally Support a Loved One...Caring 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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Caregiving for Husband...I'm caregiver for my husband of 47 years. He was diagnosed 3 years ago. In the last few months he has began to hallucinate most days....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Caregivers and The Dentist - Keeping Up With Your Loved Ones Oral Needs...Keeping up with a loved one with Alzheimer’s oral care can often seem like a challenge. Fortunately, working with a good dentist can make the process a lot easier. I’ve...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments